Fleet Maintenance Technician: Diesel & Electrical Diagnostics

Geneva, City of (IL); Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Geneva is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician to join the Public Works team. Working under the Fleet Supervisor, you will perform highly skilled mechanical work to diagnose and repair a diverse municipal fleet of vehicles and equipment, applying your technical expertise in a hands-on environment. Regular hours are 7 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evenings, weekends and holidays off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with an associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology.
• Three years' experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles and equipment.
• Experience maintaining a diverse fleet of municipal vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Experience with diesel engines, electrical diagnostics, hydraulics, or computerized vehicle systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair a variety of municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and routine inspections.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and other vehicle systems.
• Use diagnostic equipment, service manuals, and technical resources to identify problems and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform brake, suspension, steering, engine, transmission, and other component repairs as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, parts, labor, and vehicle service history.
• Identify safety concerns, recommend corrective actions, and help ensure vehicles and equipment remain in safe operating condition.
• Coordinate with department personnel to prioritize repairs and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment, including the proper use and care of tools and equipment.
• Assist with parts inventory, equipment tracking, and other fleet-related activities as necessary.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Electrical diagnostics

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology

CDL or ability to obtain within 1 year

ASE certifications or relevant training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

The City of Geneva is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician to join the Public Works team. Working under the Fleet Supervisor, you will perform highly skilled mechanical work to diagnose and repair a diverse municipal fleet of vehicles and equipment, applying your technical expertise in a hands-on environment. Regular hours are 7 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evenings, weekends and holidays off.