VILLAGE OF ADDISON
MECHANIC 1 –
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT,
DIVISION OF FLEET SERVICES

Summary of Position and Duties:
The Human Resources Division of the Village of Addison is accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy in the at-will, F.L.S.A non-exempt, full-time position of Mechanic 1 in the Public Works Department, Division of Fleet Services. Under direct supervision, this person performs maintenance and repair work on all municipal vehicles, small engine-powered equipment, stationary and auxiliary engines and generators, and related items. Required to work weekends, holidays and overtime in the necessary capacity to complete job requirements. Occasionally on 24-hour call for any problems that may occur. The Mechanic 1 works 40-hours a week, 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday – Friday. Work is of routine difficulty and reviewed for progress and conformance to established procedures by the Fleet Supervisor.

The primary responsibility of the Mechanic 1 will involve, but not be limited to:

• Inspects, diagnoses, repairs and/or replaces components in drive trains, suspensions, fuel systems, electrical systems, air systems, hydraulic systems, and brake systems. Village vehicles include small cars, police cars, light and heavy trucks and commercial equipment, tractors with backhoe and end-loader attachments and dump trucks with snow-plows.

• Ability to diagnose and repair faulty electrical systems including wiring, motors, generators, starters, lights, and ignition systems. Installs batteries and terminals.

• Checks and repairs/replaces equipment such as light-bars and other special equipment in
Police, Fire and Public Works vehicles: mounts blades on snow-plows and front-end loaders.

• Ability to read and understand shop manuals and specifications and use diagnostic tools.

• Ability to document repair work.

• Ability to use all types of hand-tools and related power-equipment associated with automotive/vehicular maintenance and repair.
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• Ability to be at work as scheduled and on call 24-hrs a day, seven days a week for emergency situations.

• Assist other workers with department operations ensuring assigned tasks are completed accurately, timely, safely, and according to instructed operating procedures. Also assists other workers in specified area(s) of expertise in operation, instruction and implementation of safe working practices in the operation of all necessary equipment and tools and assist with the general preventative maintenance work and repairs on equipment.

• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the Fleet Services work-area.

• Performs seasonal duties such as snow-removal.

• Performs towing services when necessary.

• Performs services and repairs at other locations.

• Works well without direct supervision, must be self-motivated and proactive in completing
duties of the position.

• Responsible for keeping maintenance, building, and work-areas clean, neat and orderly.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and preventative safety measures.

• Ability to follow oral and written directions/instructions.

• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with co-workers and employees within the Village of Addison.

• Must possess his/her own essential hand-tools, pneumatic tools, and necessary specialty tools.

• It is an essential function of this position that employees: be able to respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and be able to safely and effectively perform the duties of this position, as directed, at any time during any 24-hour period (i.e., day or night); be available and present for work as scheduled; and perform all functions of the job safely and efficiently at all times in compliance with all safety regulations and policies for the safety and welfare of the employee, co-workers, and the public.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be an eligible candidate for this position:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Illinois CDL Class ‘A’ or Class ‘B’ Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement or of the classification appropriate to the equipment to be operated, free from incidence that may result in license revocation or suspension. If the applicant does not have a valid CDL, they will be required to possess one within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, along with any expected/unexpected overtime that may be mandatory.
• Ability to pass a personal interview, physical and drug screen when applicable.
• Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel).
• Possess three (3) years of extensive vehicle maintenance experience or vocational/technical training in automotive or diesel vehicle maintenance and repair, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experien