EQUIPMENT MECHANIC – 2nd SHIFT

NAFA Fleet Management Association; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

NAFA Fleet Management Association is seeking a qualified Equipment Mechanic for the 2nd shift at the Peoria, IL facility. The role involves maintenance and repair of motorized and related equipment, diagnosing issues and performing replacements and repairs of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, plus a recognized apprenticeship, experience as an equipment/mechanic, and a valid driver’s license. Welding knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED supplemented by a recognized motor and equipment mechanic apprenticeship program.
• Experience as an equipment or automotive mechanic.
• Welding and small engine knowledge beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repair work on motorized and related equipment.
• Diagnose and replace mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components.
• Test repairs and ensure equipment operates safely and effectively.

Skills

Reading shop manuals

Diagnosing malfunctions

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Education

HS diploma or GED

Apprenticeship program in motor/equipment mechanics

Tools

Hand tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

JOB TITLE: EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - 2nd SHIFT

DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS / FLEET MANAGEMENT DIVISION

LOCATION: 3505 DRIES LANE, PEORIA, ILLINOIS

HOURS: 3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. (Midnight)

Union pay: $37.84/hr (Plus $1.75/hour shift premium)

SUMMARY:

Mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of motorized and related equipment. Performance of skilled tasks in motor and equipment repair work on automobiles, trucks, street cleaning, and construction equipment; making diagnoses and effecting replacements and repairs of mechanical, hydraulics, and electrical components.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma/GED supplemented by successful completion of a recognized motor and equipment mechanic apprenticeship program; and experience as an equipment or automotive mechanic.Welding and small engine knowledge beneficial.Valid driver’s license required.Must be able to obtain necessary hand tools required by a skilled motor and equipment mechanic. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities and skills of the position.

IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES:

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of the motor and equipment mechanic’s grade; principles of operation of internal combustion engines; hazards and safety precautions of the trade; and motor and equipment parts, parts books, and parts identification, motor and equipment.Skill in locating and adjusting malfunctions in motorized and related equipment and in the care and use of tools employed in all phases of equipment and motor repair and maintenance.Ability to read and understand motor and equipment shop manuals; understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions; diagnose defects and repair general motor and equipment units, vehicles, components and apparatus; operate equipment services sufficiently to test repairs and establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City employees.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accomodation.

Some exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, temperature fluctuations, constant and extreme noise, working outdoors, low humidity, high humidity, vibration, slippery surfaces, working around moving objects, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, safety hazards (excavations), fumes, irritating odors, dust/pollen, allergenic hazards, need to wear protective clothing or equipment, cramped and enclosed spaces, poor lighting and ventilation.

*Please notify the Human Resources Department if accommodations are required to participate in the selection process.