Truck Mechanic 2nd Shift

Salary : $30.32 - $38.96 Hourly

Location : Racine, WI

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202400125

Department : EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Opening Date : 08 / 29 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Job Description

We offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will earn a 3% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Continue reading to learn more and apply today!

Introduction

The Department of public works is collection of departments that provide a direct service to the City of Racine residents by maintaining various pieces of infrastructure around the city.

Position Purpose

Under direction of the Fleet Manager performs mechanical work at the journeyman mechanic level in repairing, maintaining and road testing all types of truck, automotive, construction and off-road equipment.

Essential Duties

Essential Duties

• Complete tune up, repair and overhaul of diesel and gasoline engines (2&4 cycle) including removal and replacement.
• Ability to use OEM software to diagnose and repair engines and transmissions.
• Service and adjustment of automatic transmissions.
• Overhaul, maintenance and adjustments of clutches, drive line components and differentials as well as power and manual steering systems and components.
• Overhaul and maintenance of heavy and light duty suspension systems including heavy leaf springs.
• Repair and maintenance of fuel systems and related components both diesel and gas.
• Check, test and repair all components and accessories of electrical systems, 6, 12, and 24 volt.
• Repair and maintain cooling and heating systems with minimal knowledge of air conditioning as well as exhaust systems.
• Repair and maintenance of brake systems and related components including mechanical brakes, electric brakes, hydraulic brakes, and air brake systems.
• Overhaul, maintenance and testing of hydraulic systems, including pumps, rams, control valves, lines and hoses.
• Lubrication, greasing and oil changes of cars, trucks, and heavy equipment according to specifications.
• Setup, maintenance and operation of vehicle washing equipment and steam cleaner.
• General cleaning of City vehicles, equipment and maintenance facility.
• Make visual inspections of equipment and report any needed repairs to the Supervisor.
• Make service calls for emergency repairs and heavy duty towing and equipment retrieval.
• Submit required work orders on work performed and time spent on job.
• May at times assist with repairs on bascule span lift bridges
• Duties are performed on motorized trucks, autos, heavy construction equipment, machinery and attachments, tractors, mowers, air compressors, material spreaders, snow and ice equipment, and other specialized municipal equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Special Requirements

If not in possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License at time of hire :

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands of the Position

Ability to engage in strenuous physical activity including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending, climbing, etc. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Must have good dexterity and be in good physical condition. Must not have fear of heights (working on bascule span lift bridges, etc.).

Equipment Used

Heavy duty wrecker and related equipment, electronic testing equipment, gas torch, punch press, metal brake, metal shear, nibbler, drill press, metal saws, overhead crane, hydraulic press, hydraulic body tools, mechanics hand tools and miscellaneous tools and equipment.

This job description is intended to identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of Racine.

The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

All full-time, non-union employees are offered a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, life insurance, a student loan repayment program, short-term disability insurance and paid leave benefits. Employees of the City of Racine may also qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through the Federal Government.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,

Do you currently possess ASE certifications from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence?

How many years of progressive truck mechanic experience or construction equipment maintenance background experience do you have?

Have you graduated from a mechanics trade school or apprenticeship through on the job training?

Are you aware that this is a 2nd shift position (3 p.m. - 11 p.m.)?

Are you currently a City of Racine employee?

Are you a Journeyman truck mechanic?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Required Question

Salary : $30 - $39