JOBS

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has a Heavy Equipment Mechanic position to fill. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic position is responsible for performing mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to a fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment, including diesel, alternative fuel, and hybrid systems. Take part in a national award-winning fleet and work within a state-of-the-art workshop and garage. Pay range is $30.22 – $34.03 per hour. They offer an affordable benefits package including medical, pension program, and more. (BENEFITS).
What You’ll Do:

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including alternative fuel and hybrid systems, mowers, tractors, graders, plow trucks, and more.
• Diagnose and identify problems reported by drivers, utilizing specialized shop tools, equipment, and service information.
• Refurbish and overhaul vehicles and equipment, including performing welding tasks and fabricating parts.
• Install or remove specialized equipment, such as radios, lights, police squad equipment, and trailer plugs.
• Respond to emergency roadside service calls to perform field repairs or transport vehicles/equipment back to the shop when necessary.
• Keep a record of vehicle maintenance and perform road tests.
• Maintain shop tools, equipment, and working areas in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Foster a work environment that promotes safe work habits, become familiar with work procedures and policies, and observe and follow all safety best practices.
• Maintain a supportive work environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.