Parks Specialist - Fleet Maintenance Technician/Mechanic
Job in
Plainfield, Will County, Illinois, 60544, USA
Listed on 2026-02-20
Listing for:
Plfdparks
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
Love Fixing Things? Join Our Fleet Maintenance Team!
Do you have a knack for keeping engines running smoothly? Enjoy working with trucks, tractors, and all kinds of equipment? If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and take on a hands‑on, skilled role, Plainfield Park District wants YOU on our Fleet Maintenance Crew!
Why You’ll Love This Job Starting Pay: $24/hour (and MORE based on your skills, certifications, and experience) Amazing Benefits:- 100% Employer‑Paid HMO BCBS Health Insurance OR low‑cost PPO
- 100% Employer‑Paid Dental Insurance
- 100% Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
- Free/Discounted Park District Programs
- Participation in the IMRF Pension Fund
- Work That Matters:
Keep our fleet running so our parks stay beautiful and our community thrives!
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in trucks, autos, and gas/diesel‑powered equipment (mowers, construction, landscaping—you name it!)
- Perform safety inspections and repairs on trucks, SUVs, tractors, and more
- Train operators on safe equipment usage
- Handle welding and fabrication for repairs
- Provide field repairs and road calls
- Organize and manage repair projects from start to finish, including maintenance logs
- Research cost estimates for materials and supplies
- Operate heavy equipment (trucks, snow removal, tractors)
- Weekend shifts may be required—because the fleet never sleeps!
- Technical knowledge and experience in fleet maintenance
- Ability to work independently and under general supervision
- Skilled in diagnostics, repairs, and safety practices
- A problem‑solver who loves a challenge
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to keep our parks moving and make a real impact in your community. Apply today and start your next adventure with Plainfield Park District!
Plainfield Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements- 3+ years of mechanical repair experience, (applicable certifications may enhance compensation.)
- Valid driver’s license.
- Experience with truck/district vehicles and small machinery repair (mowers, weed eaters, etc.).
- Familiarity of managing materials inventory and safety protocols.
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