Public Works Maintenance Technician II - Vehicle Maintenance Division

Village of Mundelein•Mundelein, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Village of Mundelein is hiring a full-time Public Works Maintenance Technician II in its Vehicle Maintenance Division. Under the supervision of the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor, Crew Leader, or other departmental authority, the technician performs skilled mechanical work and routine maintenance on the municipal fleet, including heavy construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles. The position assists with maintaining and repairing engines, tools, and equipment; supports Public Works personnel during emergency operations; follows Village safety procedures and policies; and performs other duties and special assignments as directed. The normal schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Supervisors may assign off-hour, weekend, or holiday shifts. Work is primarily in a vehicle maintenance shop or garage, with occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Duties can involve physically demanding work, exposure to shop and automotive hazards, and extended work periods of up to 16 hours with limited breaks during events such as snow and ice control, water main breaks, or natural disaster response. The starting wage is $30.32 per hour, with a wage range of $30.32 to $41.50 per hour. The position is covered by the IUOE Local 150 collective bargaining agreement. Eligible technicians may receive annual step advancement under the agreement, applicable cost-of-living adjustments, and a tool allowance. The Village offers an IMRF pension; medical, dental, vision, and group term life and AD&D insurance; paid sick time, vacation, and holiday pay; flexible spending accounts; a 457(b) deferred compensation plan; and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Mechanical aptitude, with a background in mechanical work or engine repair.
Certification in engine repair or equivalent experience.
At least two years of work experience as a vehicle mechanic.
Possess and maintain a valid Illinois Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements, or obtain the required license and endorsements within 12 months of hire.
Proficiency in the safe operation of equipment, vehicles, and tools used in the Vehicle Maintenance Division.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to motor vehicle operations and maintenance.
Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic power systems, automotive and equipment electrical systems, pumps, generators, and welding.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism, initiative, dependability, and the ability to work independently.
Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in confined spaces.
Physical ability to perform the position's duties, including physical labor and extended hours in varying weather conditions as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and other commonly used Microsoft applications.
Ability to comply with Village safety policies and procedures.
Ability to work overtime as directed or as needed.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including sustained physically demanding work; regularly climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing; frequently standing, walking, handling tools and equipment, and reaching; and regularly lifting or moving objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Operate tools and equipment used to maintain and repair vehicles and motorized equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance according to manufacturer specifications, including oil changes, lubrication, tire rotations, tune-ups, and filter inspections and replacements.
Inspect, maintain, and repair transmissions, differentials, brake systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, clutches, and fuel systems.
Perform engine diagnostics and analyze engine performance.
Perform welding tasks as required.
Perform snowplowing, ice control, and emergency operations such as disaster response, water main breaks, and sewer main excavations.
Assist with maintenance and repair of engines, tools, and equipment.
Assist Public Works personnel with emergency operations.
Comply with Village safety procedures and policies.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties and special assignments as directed.

Benefits

IMRF pension program
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Group term life and AD&D insurance
Paid sick time
Vacation
Holiday pay
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
457(b) deferred compensation plan
Tuition reimbursement
Tool allowance
Annual wage step advancement under the collective bargaining agreement
Cost-of-living adjustments, if approved under the collective bargaining agreement