Fleet Mechanic - Milwaukee North

winterservices1; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; 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 is seeking a full-time, year-round Fleet Mechanic in Wisconsin to inspect and repair our fleet, including trucks and heavy equipment. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and timely repairs to keep equipment ready for winter operations.

Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills, a solid background in brakes, suspensions, and emissions, and be able to handle long shifts during snow season. ASE certs are a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of brakes, suspension, exhaust and emissions systems.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Ability to fabricate light metal components and perform preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains vehicles and equipment including trucks and heavy gear.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance (oil changes, tunes).
• Runs tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper function.
• Identifies mechanical problems and faults.
• Inspects critical parts using checklists.
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning parts (brakes, belts, water pumps, transmissions).
• Plans repairs and maintenance timelines; visits job sites to inspect vehicles.

Skills

Brakes

Suspension

Diagnostics

Electrical

Hydraulics

Emissions

Light fabrication

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Brake inspection tools

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 WI 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.