Fleet Mechanic

Austin Community College; Illinois; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Launch a hands-on career as a Fleet Mechanic with the City of Decatur’s Fleet Maintenance team, maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles. Enjoy competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and stable hours in a supportive environment, while ensuring public safety through vehicle maintenance.

Benefits

12.5 paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Free health check-ups and immunizations

Many prescriptions free for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois driver’s license is required.
• Must provide own set of SAE and metric hand tools.
• Ability to read and follow repair manuals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair City vehicles and equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance for safety.
• Maintain records of repair and maintenance work.

Skills

Diagnosing and repairing vehicles

Mechanical skills

Knowledge of engine operation

Familiarity with repair methods

Ability to maintain equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational school graduation

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welders

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

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Starting Pay: $29.14/hour
Increases to: $30.57/hour after 6-month probation

Job Summary

Launch a hands-on career with the City of Decatur’s Fleet Maintenance team—where your reliability, work ethic, and mechanical skills help keep essential city services running. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, this role offers steady hours, great benefits, and long-term growth maintaining a diverse fleet of 300+ vehicles and equipment

Enjoy a generous package of perks including:
•Competitive Benefits:

• 12.5 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Free check-ups, bloodwork, immunizations, chronic care
• Many prescriptions free for employees and dependents

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair City vehicles and equipment, including inspections, adjustments, and part replacements
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliability
• Order required parts and salvage usable components when possible
• Maintain accurate records of all repair and maintenance work performed

Needed Knowledge and Skills:

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational school graduation
• Apprenticeship or training in vehicle/equipment repair work or equivalent training and experience
• Valid Illinois driver’s license
• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation, maintenance, and mechanical systems
• Familiarity with vehicle and equipment repair methods, tools, and trade practices
• Basic understanding of welding techniques including arc, acetylene, torch, MIG, and TIG
• Ability to diagnose, service, and maintain a wide variety of vehicles and equipment
• Skilled in the use and care of hand tools, power tools, welders, and diagnostic equipment
• Must provide own set of SAE and metric hand tools
• Ability to read and follow repair manuals as well as oral and written instructions
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

To Apply

Help keep the City of Decatur running by maintaining vehicles that power public safety, utilities, and essential services. You’ll work with a skilled and supportive team, gain experience with a wide range of equipment, and build a career with real stability and purpose.

Apply now at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/decaturil/jobs/4966753/fleet-mechanic?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs. Be sure to complete all required sections—your resume may prefill some info, but it will not replace the full application. Incomplete applications will be rejected