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 Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and repair the City’s fleet at the Public Works Facility. This full-time, non-exempt position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of related experience, and an Illinois Class B CDL with air brake endorsement at hire.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, preventive maintenance, welding and fabrication, and emergency field repairs to support City operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Illinois Class B CDL with air brake endorsement required at hire.
• Minimum of four (4) years of related maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair City fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Perform diagnostics, preventive maintenance, welding and fabrication.
• Provide emergency field repairs to support City operations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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The City of East Peoria is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Vehicle Maintenance 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.

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.