Truck Mechanic I First Shift

Job Description

We offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today!

The Department of public works is collection of departments that provide a direct service to the City of Racine residents by maintaining various pieces of infrastructure around the city.

Essential Duties

• Complete tune up, repair and overhaul of diesel and gasoline engines (2&4 cycle) including removal and replacement.
• Able to use OEM software to diagnose and repair engines and transmissions.
• Service and adjustment of automatic transmissions.
• Overhaul, maintenance and adjustments of clutches, drive line components and differentials as well as power and manual steering systems and components.
• Overhaul and maintenance of heavy and light duty suspension systems including heavy leaf springs.
• Repair and maintenance of fuel systems and related components both diesel and gas.
• Check, test and repair all components and accessories of electrical systems, 6, 12, and 24 volt.
• Repair and maintain cooling and heating systems with minimal knowledge of air conditioning as well as exhaust systems.
• Repair and maintenance of brake systems and related components including mechanical brakes, electric brakes, hydraulic brakes, and air brake systems.
• Overhaul, maintenance and testing of hydraulic systems, including pumps, rams, control valves, lines and hoses.
• Lubrication, greasing and oil changes of cars, trucks, and heavy equipment according to specifications.
• Setup, maintenance and operation of vehicle washing equipment and steam cleaner.
• General cleaning of City vehicles, equipment and maintenance facility.
• Make visual inspections of equipment and report any needed repairs to the Supervisor.
• Make service calls for emergency repairs and heavy duty towing and equipment retrieval.
• Submit required work orders on work performed and time spent on job.
• May at times assist with repairs on bascule span lift bridges

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications - Journeyman truck mechanic with a minimum of four (4) years of progressive truck mechanic experience or construction equipment maintenance background. Emphasis on graduation from mechanics trade schools or apprenticeship through on the job training. ASE Certifications from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence is preferred. Knowledge of mechanical functions, principles and techniques of truck and diesel repair.
• Must be able to pass the Wisconsin State written and driving test to obtain a Class A, Commercial Drivers License.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license at time of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Supplemental Information

• Physical Demands of the Position Ability to engage in strenuous physical activity including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending, climbing, etc. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Must have good dexterity and be in good physical condition. Must not have fear of heights (working on bascule span lift bridges, etc.).
• Environmental/Work Conditions- Exposure to loud noises, welding fumes, exposure to burns, outdoor severe weather conditions, and repairs to sanitation equipment.
• Equipment Used Heavy duty wrecker and related equipment, electronic testing equipment, gas torch, punch press, metal brake, metal shear, nibbler, drill press, metal saws, overhead crane, hydraulic press, hydraulic body tools, mechanics hand tools and miscellaneous tools and equipment.

City Employee Benefits

• Health Insurance - 92.5% of the Premium is paid by the City of Racine - either single or family. - Centivo administers the PPO Plans that are offered. You can chose from two high-deductible health plans and one low-deductible health plan, with two different networks offered.
• CVS Caremark administers our prescription plan
• Paid $50 per month to employees who waive health coverage
• Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)- A Health Savings Account (H.S.A.) is a tax beneficial savings account that can be used in conjunction with a qualified High – Deductible Health Plan. The funds put into an H.S.A. may be used on future, eligible health care expenses without any taxation. The City makes a prorated, one-time contribution to an employee’s Health Savings Account, with the amount of the contribution determined at the time of hire.
• Racine Employee Health & Wellness Center- The Employee Health and Wellness Center run by Ascension Wisconsin is available to you and your dependent(s) if enrolled in the medical insurance
• Life Insurance - City provides one unit equal to your annual earnings
• Employee may buy additional insurance – each unit is equal to your annual earnings.
• Maximum additional life insurance is four units; For a total of five (5) units at the maximum coverage.
• Cost depends on age and annual salary
• Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance is available – maximum coverage is $20,000 for spouse and $10,000 for dependents, cost is $3.20 per month or half for $1.60/month
• Pension - Wisconsin Retirement System, the contribution rate for 2026 is 14.4% Funded 50% by the City of Racine and 50% by the employee.
• Wellness Incentive - Employees, spouses, and retirees covered by the City health insurance plan who complete the Wellness Incentive requirements are eligible to receive $200, spouses receive $100.
• Fitness Reimbursement- Employees, spouses, and retirees covered by the City health insurance plan are eligible for 50% reimbursement of their annual membership fee up to a maximum of $200 per household.
• Tuition Reimbursement- $4,000 per year, or 80% of the employee's total tuition cost, whichever is lower.
• Student Loan Repayment Program- The Student Loan Repayment Program, administered by Bakertilly Vantagen, helps assist you with the financial burden of the education that you have received. Non City of Racine residents can receive up to $1,200 per year towards student loan repayments, and City of Racine residents can receive up to $2,400 per year towards student loan repayments.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)- The PSLF Program promotes full-time public sector employment. Public Employees, may qualify for public service loan forgiveness after making 120 payments toward their student loans while working full-time in public service. This means that nurses, policeman, firefighters, public health, and government employees can be eligible for participation. The Forgiveness Program was designed uniquely to provide relief to those who are doing the best for our communities every day. To find out if you qualify for a forgiveness program call 866-706-5005.

City of Racine Residency

• City of Racine employees that are non-rep