Fleet Mechanic II: Diagnostics, Welding & Repair

City-of-Kenosh; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City-of-Kenosh is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform welding, fabrication, diagnostics and repair work on City vehicles, buses, trucks and streetcars. You will handle preventative maintenance, record-keeping, and respond to service calls in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities include diagnosing hydraulics, electrical systems and computer‑controlled diagnostics, with potential second/third shift and forklift operation. CDL may be required within department guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of automotive gas, diesel systems, electrical trouble‑shooting.
• Basic fluid power theory and operation in mobile and stationary systems.
• Skilled in using common shop tools and equipment; safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete work orders; repair vehicles/equipment; record parts, time and work.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems, from simple to complex.
• Troubleshoot and repair air conditioning systems as required.
• Weld and fabricate on vehicles/equipment and facilities as needed.
• Diagnose computer-controlled systems using laptop/scanner; perform tests after repair.
• Perform preventative maintenance per manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintain inventory and parts records; assist in snow/ice control activities.
• May work 2nd or 3rd shift regularly; operate a forklift.

Skills

Automotive systems knowledge

Hydraulic diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Troubleshooting & repair

Record keeping

Written communication

Team collaboration

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years automotive/mechanical maintenance experience

Equivalent training/experience allowed

Tools

Shop tools & equipment

Job description

City-of-Kenosh is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform welding, fabrication, diagnostics and repair work on City vehicles, buses, trucks and streetcars. You will handle preventative maintenance, record-keeping, and respond to service calls in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities include diagnosing hydraulics, electrical systems and computer‑controlled diagnostics, with potential second/third shift and forklift operation. CDL may be required within department guidelines.