Mechanic Automotive (FT), CF3N30192FOM

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under minimal supervision, operate, repair, and maintain motor vehicles, grounds equipment and related-type equipment.
• Diagnose problems in gas and diesel equipment.
• Able to perform engine overhauls, drive train repairs, clutch repair, electrical repair, air conditioning repair, and minor body work on College-owned vehicles.
• Perform monthly preventive maintenance on all College-owned vehicles, and daily maintenance on fleet vehicles.
• Perform welding on College-owned equipment as needed.
• Required to work with snow removal crews during winter months.
• Keep all tools, equipment and area clean and organized, wash, wax and vacuum vehicles, set up appointments for quotes and service for outside repairs.
• Operate computer system for maintenance history of all vehicles.
• Provide quarterly updates on vehicle conditions of all College-owned vehicles.
• Train drivers for department vehicles.
• Order supplies and parts for vehicles.
• Maintain a complete inventory of all vehicle supplies and tools.
• Daily creation and completion of work orders and time reports.
• Required to report to work during emergency conditions and may be assigned to report at a different time and location and to perform different duties as necessary.
• Annually responsible for documented hours of continuous learning towards current standards of ASE Certification.
• Perform work safely in accordance with department safety procedures and the College of DuPage safety program.
• Operate equipment safely and report any unsafe work condition or practice to supervisor.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• Completion of high school required.
• Certified Mechanic Certificate required.
• Two year college education preferred.

Experience

• Three to five years experience as an automotive mechanic, journeyman or graduate of approved auto tech program required.
• A.S.E. Certification required.
• Minimally proficient in spoken English required.
• Five to seven years experience as an automotive mechanic or Fleet Supervisor preferred.

COD Training

• Hazardous Communications
• Forklift /Scissor /Aerial Lift

Working Conditions:

Knowledge and ability to use hand tools, ignition tune-up machines, welding machines, and all tools relating to auto repair. Small ladders or step stools used regularly. Required to be scheduled on call to aid in snow emergencies. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds. Must be able to bend, reach, work on hands and knees of necessary. Uniform appearance must be clean and in good wear. Must wear solid soled shoes. Usually good conditions, but could be exposed to harsh weather and long hours in emergency situations. Position requires extensive walking and the ability to climb stairs and ladders. Required uniforms supplied by the College of DuPage. Must pass physical exam at College expense. This position requires a background check, physical and drug screen.

Hiring Range:

7 hourly/Starting salary beginning at $21.97/hourly. Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. College of DuPage also offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision effective the first day of employment, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment.

College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. The College of DuPage is committed to recruiting and retaining high performing talent to our institution, continuing our tradition of excellence. We encourage all people across the broad spectrum of those communities we serve to explore and apply for positions at COD for which they believe they are qualified.

College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.