Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County•West Chicago, IL

16d•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic position is responsible for performing mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to a fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment, including diesel, alternative fuel, and hybrid systems. Take part in a national award-winning fleet and work within a state of the art workshop and garage. What You'll Do Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including alternative fuel and hybrid systems, mowers, tractors, graders, plow trucks, and more. Diagnose and identify problems reported by drivers, utilizing specialized shop tools, equipment, and service information. Refurbish and overhaul vehicles and equipment, including performing welding tasks and fabricating parts. Install or remove specialized equipment, such as radios, lights, police squad equipment, and trailer plugs. Respond to emergency roadside service calls to perform field repairs or transport vehicles/equipment back to the shop when necessary. Keep a record of vehicle maintenance and perform road tests. Maintain shop tools, equipment, and working areas in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion. Foster a work environment that promotes safe work habits, become familiar with work procedures and policies, and observe and follow all safety best practices. Maintain a supportive work environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
Skilled Trades & Technical Training in vehicle and heavy diesel equipment repair; 4 - 6 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid Driver's License in good standing.
Must provide basic mechanical tools and toolbox
Ability to obtain 3 ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) or equivalent automotive certifications, including master truck, within 1 year of employment.
Alternative Fuel Repair Certification required within 6 months of employment.
International Fluid Power Certification required within 6 months of employment.
Experience with arc and MIG welding.
Deep expertise in preventative maintenance techniques for vehicles and equipment.
Thorough understanding of standard repair and maintenance procedures for gas and diesel engines and chassis units.
Well-versed in drivetrains, brake systems, heating/cooling systems, and electrical systems for various equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards, necessary safety precautions proper safety protocols, and the use of PPE and OSHA regulations.
Effective at diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.
Skilled in using and maintaining tools and equipment for vehicle servicing.
Skilled at operating electronic diagnostic equipment effectively.
Ability to utilize software programs; workorder systems, Outlook, etc.
May require employee to successfully pass fit testing to ensure mask properly seals per OSHA standards.
Competent in following verbal and written instructions accurately.
Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships.
Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and data.

Nice To Haves

Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with airbrakes endorsement in good standing preferred or within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including alternative fuel and hybrid systems, mowers, tractors, graders, plow trucks, and more.
Diagnose and identify problems reported by drivers, utilizing specialized shop tools, equipment, and service information.
Refurbish and overhaul vehicles and equipment, including performing welding tasks and fabricating parts.
Install or remove specialized equipment, such as radios, lights, police squad equipment, and trailer plugs.
Respond to emergency roadside service calls to perform field repairs or transport vehicles/equipment back to the shop when necessary.
Keep a record of vehicle maintenance and perform road tests.
Maintain shop tools, equipment, and working areas in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion.
Foster a work environment that promotes safe work habits, become familiar with work procedures and policies, and observe and follow all safety best practices.
Maintain a supportive work environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as required.