Service Mechanic

Mobility Works • Niles, IL

17h

About The Position

At MobilityWorks, the Service Mechanic maintains and repairs automotive vehicles and related equipment, including vehicles with custom modifications. The work supports individuals and families who rely on accessible transportation. The role involves diagnosing maintenance issues, inspecting vehicles, performing road tests, and operating specialized automotive repair equipment.

The Service Mechanic performs electrical installation and testing, interprets schematics and engineering specifications, checks work quality, and troubleshoots problems. The role also assesses vehicle damage and malfunctions and provides repair recommendations, parts lists, and estimated repair times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• General experience in automotive maintenance.
• Familiarity with brake and steering systems.
• Strong background in electrical and/or automotive wiring.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in electronic troubleshooting and repair.
• Exceptional mechanical problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and testing.
• Install and connect various electrical wiring systems.
• Conduct functional tests on electrical systems.
• Identify and rectify issues discovered during testing or inspection.
• Install electrical panels and miscellaneous components in accordance with engineering specifications.
• Ensure work quality through thorough inspections.
• Interpret and understand schematics.
• Assess vehicle damage or malfunctions and provide repair recommendations, parts lists, and estimated repair times.
• Perform under-car, under-hood, and preventive maintenance inspections.
• Troubleshoot issues related to work performed.
• Maintain and repair automotive vehicles and related equipment.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and road tests, and operate specialized automotive repair equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Eight paid holidays, personal time off, and social responsibility time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Competitive compensation packages.
• Team-centric environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED