Heavy Duty Fleet Mechanic

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

5d•$29 - $43

About The Position

Milwaukee County’s Department of Transportation is hiring a Heavy Duty Fleet Mechanic to repair, set up, dismantle, and maintain county-owned vehicles and equipment. The position pays $37.00 per hour and requires availability for first, second, and third shifts. The mechanic diagnoses and repairs fleet equipment, orders needed repair parts, documents work according to Fleet policy, and prepares heavy-duty vehicles and equipment for auction. The mechanic also reviews service manuals and electrical and hydraulic schematics, responds to snow-duty callouts as needed, and performs other assigned duties.

Requirements

Must be a current Wisconsin resident.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least three years of formal heavy-duty mechanic experience within the last five years.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair problems with little to no supervision.
Ability to push or pull up to 25 pounds and lift or carry up to 75 pounds daily.
Wisconsin Class D driver's license required for all mechanic positions and must be maintained throughout employment.
Wisconsin Class B CDL required within six months of passing the probationary period and must be maintained throughout employment.
Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications when filing the application.

Nice To Haves

Internal candidates may also qualify with at least two years of experience as a Milwaukee County Light Duty or Mower Shop mechanic and successful completion of a six-month Milwaukee County Heavy Duty Mechanic training program.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair county-owned fleet vehicles and equipment.
Use floor hoists, diagnostic equipment, and other shop equipment for fleet repairs.
Order repair parts as needed.
Complete and file repair and maintenance paperwork in accordance with Fleet policy.
Dismantle and prepare heavy-duty vehicles and equipment for auction.
Review and interpret service repair manuals and electrical and hydraulic schematics.
Respond to snow-duty callouts as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.