Fleet Mechanic

Summary

The Public Works – Fleet Mechanic position is generally responsible for participating in the maintenance and repair of the City’s fleet and infrastructure, including streets, right‑of‑way, storm water conveyances, wastewater treatment plant, sewer collection system, and water distribution system. The main duties include the care, maintenance (including recall verifications), and inventory needed for the City’s fleet of vehicles and equipment.

None.

This is a union hourly position. The pay rate is set per the contract. Starting range is $35.28/hr without a Class A CDL and $35.78/hr with a Class A CDL. The hourly pay rate increases by $3/hr after the first year of employment and again after the second year.

• Medical
  • ER pays 100% of employee premium and 80% of dependent premium.
• Dental
  • ER pays 100% of employee premium and 80% of dependent premium for base plan.
  • Employee has option to pay difference for buy‑up plan.
• Vision
  • ER pays 100% of employee premium and 80% of dependent premium.
• IMRF Pension
  • Employee contributes 4.5% pre‑tax.
  • Employer contributes 6.17%.
  • Vested after 10 years.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 100% employer paid.
• Life & AD&D Insurance
  • 100% employer paid $20,000.
• Other
  • STD, Hospital Indemnity, Life Insurance, 457, FSA, HSA.

Reports to the Fleet Foreman and other supervisory staff.

Examining vehicles and determining the nature and extent of damage or malfunction; reviewing active manufacturer recalls for City equipment and vehicles; using hydraulic equipment; rebuilding or replacing parts; rewiring when needed; mending body damage and welding broken parts; problem solving. Additional work may include use of powered maintenance equipment and hand tools, repairing machinery, tools, and equipment, general cleaning, operating heavy equipment such as tractors, tool carriers, dump trucks, backhoes, mini‑excavators, and Vactor trucks, backup staffing for emergency response such as removal of snow and ice, and other duties as assigned.

Primary hours are Monday through Friday during the day; extended shifts and overtime on weekends, evenings, and holidays may be required.

• High school graduation or equivalent and at least two years of public works (or related) maintenance experience.
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A with a driving record in good standing or ability to acquire within one year of employment.
• Certification or documented training in vehicle/equipment maintenance.
• Proficiency in using a personal computer (email, file management).
• Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and apply relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers and the public (English speaking).
• Technical competence and basic electrical skills.
• Ability to use or learn to use a variety of tools and equipment effectively.
• Capacity to work in adverse conditions (hot, cold, wet, confined spaces, etc.).
• Physical ability to complete required tasks (frequent bending, squatting, stretching, lifting, carrying, pushing & pulling heavy items over 100 pounds unassisted).
• Regular attendance and willingness to work overtime and staggered shifts as needed.
• Live in or relocate to an area allowing a 30‑minute response time to emergency callouts.

Throughout O'Fallon City limits. 40 hours per week—daytime, evenings, and weekends are expected as required.

The City of O’Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.