Transit Mechanic Mechanic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $28.49 - $42.50 Hourly
Location : 4303 39th Avenue, Kenosha, WI
Job Type: Regular - Full Time
Job Number: 08222026
Department: Transit
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
General Overview of Position
Under general supervision of the mechanic supervisor, performs skilled maintenance and repair work on City vehicles, light /heavy trucks, buses, streetcars, off-road equipment, turf tractors and various contractor's equipment. Incumbent also performs welding and fabricating as needed, and performs diagnostic testing on equipment and vehicles. Work is reviewed through conference and written reports for adherence to established policies and procedures. Performs other work as requested or assigned.
This position will remain open until the needs of the City have been met.
Example of Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives and completes work orders and repairs vehicles and equipment as assigned; records parts used, work completed and time spent on assignments.
• Diagnosis problems and performs repairs to simple and complex hydraulic systems in all City equipment.
• Performs troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs to air conditioning systems as required.
• Performs welding and fabricating on vehicles, equipment and facilities as needed.
• Performs complex troubleshooting and repairs on a wide range of equipment; diagnoses equipment and vehicle computer controlled systems with the use of a laptop computer or scanner.
• Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with the equipment manufactures recommendations.
• Repairs light and heavy, on-road and off-road equipment.
• Tests vehicles and equipment after repair; ensures the cleaning and refueling of vehicles.
• Responds to on/off road service calls and performs repairs as necessary
• Maintains inventory and records, orders parts for broken equipment, stocks parts and supplies.
• Assists in snow and ice control activities.
• May be required to work 2nd or 3rd shift on a regular basis.
• Operates a fork lift for various tasks.
• Performs other related duties as required.

NOTE: The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed by persons in positions covered by this classification specification. This list is not all inclusive. The omission of a particular job duty does not mean that the duty is not one of the essential functions of the position. Management reserves the right to assign employees in this classification to duties not listed above, if the duties are fairly within the scope of responsibilities applicable to the level of work performed by employees in positions covered by this classification specification. This classification specification does not create an employment contract between the City and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and department change over time.
Requirements
Required Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Supplemented by three (3) years of experience in automotive or mechanical maintenance and repair work;
• Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of automotive gas, diesel mechanical, electronic, computer controlled systems, and electrical troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of fluid power theory, diagnosis and operation in mobile and stationary systems.
• Skilled in the use of shop tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Ability to diagnose and perform routine and complex maintenance and repair on automobiles, trucks, buses, electric street cars, emergency vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively and reasonably well with other employees and the general public.
• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.

Physical Requirements:

• Task involves the continuous operation of hand and power tools and the full range of shop equipment to very exacting tolerances, calling for full coordination of sensory and manipulative ability in order to achieve full production to acceptable standards.
• Task may involve occasional heavy lifting or moving, but the emphasis is placed upon the coordination and manipulation skills.

Environmental Requirements:

• Task requires that work be performed in adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory Requirements:

• Task requires visual perception and discrimination.
• Task requires color perception and discrimination.
• Task requires depth perception and discrimination.
• Task requires texture perception and discrimination.
• Task requires sound perception and discrimination.
• Task requires odor perception and discrimination.

Additional Requirements:

• Possession of a valid Wisconsin commercial driver's license (CDL) which allows for the use of air brakes. For Transportation Department, CDL must be Class BC with "P" passenger endorsement. Incumbent may be given a specific period of time in which to obtain the proper endorsement(s) at the discretion of the department.
• Good driving record.
• May be required to provide a personal vehicle for use on the job.

Method of Selection
Applicants' education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral, proficiency and/or other exams may be given to determine if the applicant has the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Appointment will be made in accordance with City policy, Civil Service Ordinance and Rules and Regulations, and the Labor Agreement.
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Most positions are included in a 17 step compensation plan. Most employees receive annual salary increases of 2.5% based on the current compensation plan. Additional across-the-board pay increases may occur annually.
Insurance
The City offers a high deductible health plan (HDHP) to eligible employees and their qualifying dependent(s) as of the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. All employees are required to pay a five percent (5%) monthly health insurance premium, which will be waived if the employee participates in an annual Health Risk Appraisal (HRA). Employees and qualifying dependents are responsible for any deductibles, co-payments, or other out-of-pocket costs associated with care received under the provisions of the plan(s).
The City offers dental insurance to eligible employees as of the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. There are two options for Dental Insurance: CarePlus (Dental Associates) and Delta Dental. CarePlus (Dental Associates) monthly premiums are paid for by the City. Employees are responsible for monthly premiums if enrolling in Delta Dental. Only one dental plan may be selected if enrolling.
The City offers vision insurance to eligible employees as of the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. This plan provides benefits (after applicable co-pay) including a comprehensive exam, eye glasses with standard single vision, etc.
The City holds an open enrollment period each calendar year. If the employee waives coverage of health and/or dental insurance upon hire, they must experience a qualifying life event as prescribed by the Plan's summary plan description in order to enroll for either health or dental insurance at any other time during the plan year. Employees who do not experience a qualifying life event must wait for the open enrollment period to elect coverage. Insurance benefits are subject to unilateral changes by the City.
We participate in the This is a pension plan. We match the employee contribution amount monthly for general employees. The current contribution rate for general and teacher employees can be found
Term group life insurance coverage is provided to employees who participate in the WRS through the The premium for Basic Plan coverage is paid by the City for active employees.
Employees may elect to defer part of their income into a 457(b) retirement plan through , or the
Employees enjoy numerous types of paid time off.
Employees earn up to 12 days of sick leave per year. Sick leave can be carried over year after year & never expires during employment.
Paid Vacation - available for use on January 1 each year! (pro-rated your first year of employment)
Years of Service Days/Hours per Year
Less than 1 year 12 days (96 hours)
After 1-5 years 15 days (120 hours)
After 6-10 years 17 days (136 hours)
After 11-15 years 19 days (152 hours)
After 16-20 years 21 days (160 hours)
After 20 years 25 days (200 hours)
Employees may carry over eighty (80) hours of unused vacation leave into the next calendar year.
We observe 12 paid holidays & additional paid floating holidays!
New Year's Day Independence Day (July 4th) Christmas Eve Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Labor Day Christmas Day
Friday before Easter Thanksgiving Day New Year's Eve Day
Memorial Day Day after Thanksgiving
Juneteenth
Employees receive at least two (2) paid floating holidays per year. Holiday observance schedule may vary by department.
Duty-Related Death Benefit
One year's salary is paid to the named beneficiary of an eligible employee who is killed in the line of duty.
Health and Wellness Clinic - Employees (and covered spouses) who elect health insurance coverage and complete the annual HRA may utilize the City's onsite Health and Wellness Clinic, which is staffed by a Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse. Services provided by the Clinic may be subject to a co-payment, as prescribed by City policy and IRS guidelines.
Health Savings Account - The health insurance plan offered by the City qualifies for a Health Savings Account (HSA) as defined by the IRS. Johnson Bank has waived the fees normally associated with opening and maintaining an HSA for all City employees who are enrolled in a qualifying insurance plan. Payroll deduction (pre-taxed) is only available to those employees who hold their HSA with Johnson Bank. Enrollment for this benefit is administered by the Finance Department.
Critical Illness, Accident & Universal Life/Long-Term Care Insurances - Supplemental policies for Critical Illness, Accident and Life/Long-Term Care Insurance are offered to current eligible employees during the City's annual open enrollment period.
Tuition Reimbursement Program - Regular full-time employees who have completed their probationary period may be reimbursed for 80% of tuition up to $3,000 per calendar year for satisfactory completion (a grade of "B" or greater) of approved courses through an accredited institution in the pursuance of an Associate, Bachelor or Master Degree. Please refer to the City's Personnel Policies and Regulations for program information.
*Benefit offerings are based on eligibility, reviewed annually and are subject to change.
01
Are you 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no restriction for air brake operations?

• Yes
• No

05
If you hold a valid CDL, please indicate your classification. Check all that apply:

• Class A
• Class B
• Class C
• I do not have a CDL

06
Which of the following CDL endorsements do you have?

• T = Double/triple trailers
• N = Tank vehicles
• H = Hazardous materials
• S = School bus
• P = Passenger vehicle
• None of the above

07
How much experience do you have operating, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, engines and motors?

• I do not have this experience.
• 0 - 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 or more years

08
Do you have experience in the maintenance and repair of any of the following? (Check all that apply)

• Buses
• Heavy-duty trucks
• Light duty pick-up trucks and/or van bodies
• Cars/vehicles
• 2 or 4-cycle equipment (lawn mowers, etc)
• I do not have this experience

09
Rate your level of experience, knowledge, and skills with air brake systems, anti-lock, and heavy-duty truck suspensions.

• I do not have this experience
• 0 - 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 or more years

10
Have you worked with engine, transmission or brake diagnostic equipment?

• Yes
• No

11
Do you have experience operating a welder and/or cutting torch?

• Yes
• No

12
Are you ASE Certified?

• Yes
• No

13
Are you able to respond to emergency calls on short notice, including weekends?

• Yes
• No