Village Mechanic

Village Mechanic

We’re Hiring: Village Mechanic

Village of Bellevue | Public Works Department | Full-Time

Put your mechanical skills to work for your community! The Village of Bellevue is seeking a skilled, dependable Mechanic to maintain the vehicles and equipment that keep Village services running safely and reliably.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Public Works, the Village Mechanic manages daily maintenance garage operations and diagnoses, repairs, and maintains a diverse fleet of gasoline and diesel vehicles, on-road and off-road equipment, and small equipment serving Village departments. This full-time, hourly, non-exempt position also supports purchasing, budgeting, and long-term fleet planning.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems using scan tools and systematic testing.
  • Plan and perform preventive and routine maintenance; inspect commercial vehicles and certify compliance with federal commercial truck inspection safety standards.
  • Coordinate workloads and seasonal maintenance with the Assistant Director of Public Works, manage shop inventory, and provide technical direction to Street & Utility Operators servicing vehicles.
  • Respond to breakdowns, perform field repairs, and ensure safe towing and work-zone procedures.
  • Maintain daily labor and materials records in Village software and coordinate warranty and outside repairs.
  • Assist with shop budgeting, purchasing, fuel reports, equipment specifications, and the five-year capital purchasing plan.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • High school diploma or equivalent and a two-year vocational or technical diploma in heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, or a related field.
  • Valid Wisconsin Class B commercial driver’s license with a tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain both within six months of hire.
  • Strong diagnostic skills, including scan tool operation and electrical repair; sound judgment and a commitment to safe, quality work.
  • Ability to organize work, communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and work additional hours as required.
  • Personal tools commonly used in the trade; the Village purchases and owns specialized equipment.
  • Preferred: two to four years of diesel mechanic or related experience, fleet management experience, welding and metalworking knowledge, and a federal DOT inspection certificate.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Starting annual pay: $69,556. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with a schedule of four ten-hour days, Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, vision benefits, paid holidays, paid time off, Wisconsin Retirement System participation, and an employee assistance program. The Village also provides a $250 annual boot allowance, a $1,000 annual tool allowance, and personal protective equipment.

HOW TO APPLY

The Village of Bellevue values a diverse workplace and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.