PASSENGER AND LIGHT-DUTY MECHANIC (AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC OPTION 1)

State of Illinois•Joliet, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Management Services Division of Vehicles is looking for a candidate who is highly motivated and professional to serve as an Automotive Mechanic. This position will perform skilled mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance of passenger vehicles and light duty trucks for the states fleet and off-road equipment machinery. We value team players who are open minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of servicing the state’s vehicle fleet. We invite all qualified applicants interested to apply for the position. POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under direct supervision of the Stateville Garage Automotive Shop Supervisor, serves as an in-house mechanic. Inspects and performs major repairs such as disassemble and repair engines, reassemble engines, differentials, air and hydraulic brakes, wheel ends, etc. and maintenance to various systems such as diesel, gasoline, multifuel engines, automatic and standard transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical utility systems and other components requiring service. Operates diagnostic scan tools such as Autel scanners and uses online software such as ProDemand for troubleshooting purposes, etc. to service vehicles equipped with complex electronic ignition and pollution control systems. Completes and submits to supervisor, shop records such as mechanic time tickets identifying parts used and labor hours for each repair/maintenance procedure performed. Performs basic upkeep and maintenance duties for the work area. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of high school or coursework in automotive mechanics or completion of an approved training course.
Requires experience necessary to qualify as a skilled mechanic.
Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Requires a valid driver’s license to perform road tests of vehicles.
Requires the ability to bring own toolbox and mechanical tools.
This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requires the ability to maneuver and work under vehicles, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Prefers working knowledge in the repair of both diesel and gasoline engines.
Prefers working knowledge of locating and adjusting mechanical feedbacks in motors and equipment and making necessary repairs.
Prefers working knowledge of standard vehicle repair and maintenance practices and techniques, occupational hazards, and applicable safety measures.
Prefers working knowledge of all automotive parts and materials used in the maintenance and repair of passenger and light-duty vehicles.
Prefers working knowledge of the use of all mechanical hand tools and testing equipment.
Prefers one (1) year of professional experience demonstrating skill in the use of tools and the operation of the machines and equipment employed in motor repairs and adjustments.
Prefers one (1) year of professional experience preparing work activity reports

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of the Stateville Garage Automotive Shop Supervisor, serves as an in-house mechanic.
Inspects and performs major repairs such as disassemble and repair engines, reassemble engines, differentials, air and hydraulic brakes, wheel ends, etc. and maintenance to various systems such as diesel, gasoline, multifuel engines, automatic and standard transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical utility systems and other components requiring service.
Operates diagnostic scan tools such as Autel scanners and uses online software such as ProDemand for troubleshooting purposes, etc. to service vehicles equipped with complex electronic ignition and pollution control systems.
Completes and submits to supervisor, shop records such as mechanic time tickets identifying parts used and labor hours for each repair/maintenance procedure performed.
Performs basic upkeep and maintenance duties for the work area.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
3 paid personal business days per year.
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Tool allowance ($125 monthly taxable income).
Boot allowance ($250 annual reimbursement).