Mechanic

Madison County Government•Edwardsville, IL

About The Position

The Highway Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs county-owned vehicles and heavy equipment used in road construction and maintenance. The role helps ensure the Highway fleet remains safe and reliable through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, manual labor, and repairs performed in the shop or in the field. The mechanic also maintains and repairs specialized equipment around the shop and yards that supports highway maintenance operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid Illinois Class D driver’s license.
Valid Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or ability to obtain one within a specified timeframe.
One year of vocational training with two years of automotive/heavy equipment repair experience, or four years of automotive/heavy equipment repair experience.
Acquire ASE certification in Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks within six months of placement and maintain certification throughout employment.
Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and welding/fabrication techniques.
Ability to read and interpret service manuals, diagrams, and technical instructions.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 90 lbs.
Ability to stand, bend, reach, kneel, and work in awkward positions for extended periods.
Ability to work in shop and field environments, including adverse weather.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on trucks, snowplows, graders, loaders, and other heavy equipment.
Seek and obtain reliable, competitive outside repairs for equipment requiring specialized tools or knowledge.
Perform routine preventive maintenance according to manufacturer specifications, including oil changes, lubrication, tire replacement, and brake inspections.
Weld, fabricate, and repair parts as needed for equipment and vehicles.
Maintain accurate service and repair records, parts inventory, and ordering.
Operate department equipment to test performance after repairs.
Respond to emergency breakdowns, including field repairs during road projects and snow removal operations.
Maintain and repair specialized highway-maintenance equipment throughout the shop and yards, including fuel site equipment, pumps, generators, air compressors, and salt conveyor.
Assist with snowplow operations and roadwork when needed.
Maintain shop tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean condition.
Perform other duties as assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties above.