Fleet Mechanic

Homer Companies; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays (6)

Job summary

Homer Companies in Lockport, Illinois is seeking a fleet mechanic to perform major and minor repairs on company vehicles. Responsibilities include diagnostics, routine maintenance, and communication with the Fleet Shop Foreman for further work. Candidates should have some mechanical experience and the ability to work in various environmental conditions. Starting pay is competitive at $24-$36/hr, with benefits like health insurance, 401(k) matching, and PTO after a 60-day probation period.

Qualifications

• Some experience is required in mechanical skills.
• Must communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to work in temperature extremes.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs on company vehicles.
• Diagnose issues based on experience and testing.
• Conduct routine service inspections and complete maintenance tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicles and workspace.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Air brakes

Electrical diagnosis

Drive-train

Steering and suspension

Effective communication

Job description

Department: Track and Tire Leasing, Mechanic Shop

Job Summary

The fleet mechanic performs services, such as major and minor repairs to company vehicles, and specialized equipment. Work is performed primarily in a shop environment, occasional field environment with some travel from site to site. Must be willing to deal with exposure to noise, dust, grease, orders, and various types of weather and temperate conditions. May be required to work overtime on short notice.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Must be able to adapt mechanical skills to some of our specialized equipment
• Hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs are a plus.
• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with company policy.
• Diagnoses issues based on experience, analysis, and testing
• Diagnoses cause of any malfunction and performs repairs
• Perform repairs within your current capability/skill level.
• Performs routine service inspections or tests and completes standard maintenance jobs.
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended
• Communicates with Fleet Shop Working Foreman if additional work is needed.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicles and workspace while performing service or repairs.
• Performs additional related duties as required and assigned.
• Proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).
• Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Some experience is required, including but not limited to preventive maintenance, air brakes, electrical diagnosis, drive-train, steering and suspension.
• Effective Communication with supervisors and coworkers
• Working conditions sometimes include both high heat and cold temperatures
• Must pass physical examination – must have some physical ability and mobility to work in a mechanic shop – walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently bend, climb, reach, and twist; lift up to 50 pounds, operate assigned equipment and vehicles, and to verbally communicate to exchange information
• Starting pay is $24-$36/hr
• Pay is determined by experience, skill, education, and other factors
• Able to enroll in benefits after 60-day new hire probation period
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and employer matching (up to a certain amount) and 100% vesting as soon as contributions are made
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (6)

Homer is an EEO Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.