Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic

City of East Peoria; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The City of East Peoria is seeking a qualified Vehicle Mechanic for the Public Works Facility to maintain and repair the city fleet, including heavy trucks and emergency equipment. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of related experience, and an Illinois Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.

The position is full-time with comprehensive benefits and an hourly wage starting at $42.27.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum four years of related experience.
• Illinois Class B CDL with air brake endorsement at hire.
• Residency within 25 miles of East Peoria.
• Available for emergency call-outs related to equipment breakdowns and public works emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair City's fleet of vehicles and equipment, including heavy trucks and construction equipment.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs, preventive maintenance and welding/fabrication.
• Provide emergency field repairs to support City operations.
• Provide emergency field repairs to support City operations.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Heavy truck repair

Diagnostics

Welding & fabrication

Fabrication

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Illinois Class B CDL with air brake endorsement

Tools

Heavy equipment tools

Job description

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The City of East Peoria is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Vehicle Mechanic at its Public Works Facility.

This union position is responsible for maintaining and repairing the City's fleet of vehicles and equipment, including heavy trucks, construction equipment, and emergency response apparatus. Duties include diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, welding and fabrication, and emergency field repairs to support City operations.

Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, a minimum of four (4) years of related experience, and an Illinois Class B CDL with air brake endorsement at the time of hire. Applicants must reside within twenty-five (25) miles of the East Peoria corporate limits and be available for emergency call-outs related to equipment breakdowns, snow and ice operations, and other public works emergencies.

A conditional offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a DOT physical examination, functional capacity/lift assessment, drug screening, and comprehensive background check.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a starting pay rate of $42.27 per hour. East Peoria is a full-service community offering comprehensive benefits.

Applications and resumes will be accepted through October 28, 2026.

The City of East Peoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Must possess an Illinois Class B Commercial Drivers License at time of hire. Residency within twenty-five (25) miles of City corporate limits.