AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC (Full Time)

AgUpdate; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life保险

IMRF retirement pension plan

Paid vacation, sick days and holidays

Employee Assistance Plan

457(b) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Village of Skokie is hiring an Automotive Mechanic (Full Time) to perform skilled repair and maintenance on a range of vehicles and equipment. The role requires a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain, as well as ASE Master Technician credentials and Mobile AC license or the ability to attain within 24 months with assistance.

The position offers a salary range of $85,459–$111,797 with a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, IMRF

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years’ experience in auto/truck/heavy-duty diesel repair.
• Requires IL CDL Class B with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain in 90 days with in-house training.
• ASE Master Automobile Technician and/or Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician, and Mobile AC license required or able to attain within 24 months with assistance.
• Must possess a complete set of automotive tools up to 1¼” with mobile storage.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle defects and perform skilled repair and maintenance.
• Inspect and service a variety of vehicles and equipment, including diesel trucks.
• Document repairs, inspections, and diagnostics in fleet management software.
• Prepare seasonal equipment and vehicles for seasonal needs.
• Respond to overtime and off-hour emergencies as needed.

Skills

CDL Class B with air brake endorsement

ASE Master Automobile Technician

Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician

Mobile Air Conditioning license

Automotive tools up to 1 1/4 inch

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lifting equipment

Torches

Safety stands

Bench grinders

Drill presses

Tire equipment

Lift trucks

Job description

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC (Full Time)

Village of Skokie

Under general supervision of the Automotive Supervisor, performs skilled repair and maintenance work on a variety of vehicles and mechanical equipment; Performs general maintenance, inspections, and repairs on Village equipment, including light and heavy‑duty diesel trucks; Performs regular inspections, maintenance, and cleaning of shop equipment and facilities; Diagnoses operator concerns and vehicle defects accurately and in a timely manner; Uses fleet management software to document repairs, inspections, and diagnostic results; Prepares seasonal equipment for use; Prepares vehicles for seasonal needs; Must respond to occasional overtime and off‑hour emergencies, including snow and ice emergencies; Performs other work‑related tasks, as necessary.

High school diploma or equivalent required, and five years’ experience working in the auto/truck/heavy duty diesel repair industry; Valid State of Illinois Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, or ability to attain within 90 days of employment, with in‑house training provided; Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) Master Automobile Technician, and/or Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician certification, and Mobile Air conditioning license required, or ability to attain within 24 months of employment, with assistance provided; Ability to utilize hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, torches, safety stands, bench grinders, drill presses, tire equipment, lift trucks, fluid and grease dispensers, and hydraulic presses Must possess a complete set of automotive tools up to 1 ¼” including mobile storage of same.

The salary range for this position is $85,459 - $111,797. The annualized starting salary range is $85,459 - $94,219 (DOQ). Generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision & life insurance; IMRF retirement pension plan; confidential mental health assistance, paid vacation days, sick days, and holidays in the first year; Employee Assistance Plan, and 457(b) retirement savings plan.

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