Parks Specialist - Fleet Maintenance Technician/Mechanic
Plainfield Park District•Plainfield, IL
•$23 - $33•Onsite
About The Position
Love Fixing Things? Join Our Fleet Maintenance Team! Do you have a knack for keeping engines running smoothly? Enjoy working with trucks, tractors, and all kinds of equipment? If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and take on a hands-on, skilled role, Plainfield Park District wants YOU on our Fleet Maintenance Crew! This is more than a job—it’s a chance to keep our parks moving and make a real impact in your community. Apply today and start your next adventure with Plainfield Park District!
Requirements
- 3+ years of mechanical repair experience, (applicable certifications may enhance compensation.)
- Valid driver’s license.
- Experience with truck/district vehicles and small machinery repair (mowers, weed eaters, etc.).
- Familiarity of managing materials inventory and safety protocols.
Nice To Haves
- Applicable certifications may enhance compensation.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in trucks, autos, and gas/diesel-powered equipment (mowers, construction, landscaping—you name it!)
- Perform safety inspections and repairs on trucks, SUVs, tractors, and more
- Train operators on safe equipment usage
- Handle welding and fabrication for repairs
- Provide field repairs and road calls
- Organize and manage repair projects from start to finish, including maintenance logs
- Research cost estimates for materials and supplies
- Operate heavy equipment (trucks, snow removal, tractors)
Benefits
- 100% Employer-Paid HMO BCBS Health Insurance OR low-cost PPO
- 100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
- 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Free/Discounted Park District Programs
- Participation in the IMRF Pension Fund
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
