Fleet Mechanic

Winter Services Inc; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Winter Services, Inc. is seeking a full-time Fleet Mechanic to inspect and repair our vehicle and equipment fleet in Illinois, ensuring safe operation for winter operations and year-round needs.

You will perform preventive maintenance, oil changes, tests, and repairs on brakes, suspension, exhaust, hydraulics and electrical systems; work with DOT standards; and support on-call winter coverage with a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license; CDL B preferred.
• Availability to work long shifts during the snow season.
• Strong background in brakes, suspension, exhaust and emissions, light fabrication, hydraulics, electrical and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair company vehicles and heavy equipment (trucks, plows, etc).
• Perform preventive maintenance including oil changes and tune-ups.
• Test components and systems to ensure proper function.
• Identify mechanical problems and plan repairs.
• Inspect vehicles at job sites; ensure DOT compliance.
• Test drive vehicles to confirm safe operation; meet on-call winter needs.

Skills

Brakes

Suspension

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Emissions

Education

ASE Certification preferred

Job description

Winter Services, a leader in the snow removal industry, is currently seeking a highly-motivated individual to work as a full-time, year round Fleet Mechanic in the IL area.As a Fleet Mechanic, it will be your duty to inspect and repair our company vehicles and equipment (trucks, plows, heavy equipment ETC) as well as perform preventative maintenance to ensure our inventory are running to the best of their ability and will be safe for next season operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains vehicles, which may include a company’s fleet of trucks, heavy equipment, etc.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance including oil changes and tune-ups.
• Performs tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper function.
• Identifies mechanical problems.
• Examines critical parts and systems using a standard checklist.
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts and systems such as brake pads, belts, water pumps, transmissions, and other mechanical parts.
• Plans and establishes timetable to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Visits job sites and other facilities to inspect vehicles.
• Has a working knowledge of DOT requirements
• Test drives vehicle to confirm safe and proper operation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license, CDL B Preferred
• Candidates have availability to work long shifts during the snow season.
• A great work ethic and attitude
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Candidate must possess a strong background in brakes, suspension, exhaust and emissions, light fabrication, hydraulics, electrical and diagnostics

Prior knowledge of skids, loaders, tractors, etc, is a plus. ASE/Other Certifications are preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• On call during winter months

Winter Services is an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices law. Winter Services strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, religion, color, creed, disability, familial status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.