The Illinois Tollway is dedicated to providing and promoting a safe and efficient system of highways while ensuring the highest possible level of service to our customers. Whether it's I-PASS, the Move Illinois Program, open road tolling or keeping you safe with our H.E.L.P. trucks, we are committed to delivering great benefits and services to customers. The Tollway is a user-fee system – no state or federal tax dollars are used to support maintenance and operations. Operations are funded by toll and concession revenues.
Under the leadership of the Board of Directors and Executive Staff, the Tollway is committed to achieving the following goals: increase collaboration with regional transportation and planning agencies, promote the regional economy, maintain financial integrity, foster environmental responsibility and sustainability, maintain the safety and efficiency of the Tollway system, further transparency and accountability, enhance customer service, and maintain public trust.
In support of this mission, the Auto Mechanic repairs and maintains automobiles, trucks, tractors, salt spreaders, snow plows, construction equipment and machinery commonly used by the Tollway in maintenance of roadway and structures.
Incumbent to be highly skilled in all areas of automotive repair and maintenance, including the inspection of automotive and related equipment, as well as the participation in the documentation processes. The incumbent in this class should be skilled and have a thorough understanding of the functions of complex automotive components and diagnostics.The incumbent will perform all phases of repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, tractors, salt spreaders, snow plows, construction equipment and similar machinery commonly used by ISTHA in the maintenance of the roadway and structures. The incumbent will be responsible for having the knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools and equipment used in the automotive/equipment repair field, as well as the knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions used in the mechanical trade.The Mechanic provides the ability and skills to use tools, machines, and equipment commonly used in the Automotive repair field, as well as the operation of electric arc, M.I.G., and acetylene welding equipment. The incumbent is responsible for handling the inspections of automotive, trucks, and other equipment for serviceability, in conjunction with the preparation of any necessary reports. Also, the Mechanic may be requested to work various shift times, as needed by ISTHA. The Mechanic may be required to attend training sessions both on-site and off-site. In emergency situations, performs miscellaneous duties, such as snow and ice control, general traffic control, and is subject to call out for emergency maintenance service at all times.
The incumbent must possess a minimum of eight (8) years of mechanical experience in automotive, truck, and/or equipment repair and maintenance. A Class CDL permit with an endorsement for air brakes is required at the time of Test. Candidates will be required, as a condition of employment, to obtain a CDL Class A Driver License with an endorsement for air brakes within the first 30 days of employment and maintain said license throughout the term of their employment. Failure to obtain and/or maintain said license shall be grounds for termination. Within 30-days of employment must have obtained a valid CDL Class A Driver's License. The incumbent must successfully pass the ISTHA Mechanic test with a score of sixty five percent (65%) passing grade. Incumbent must be a High School Graduate or equivalent. Incumbent must be able to meet the following physical requirements: Ability to lift 110 pounds floor to waist and 60 pounds waist to overhead; pull/push 150 pounds; and hold with arms extended, 50 pounds - up to five times per day. Physically stand for 5 hours, crouch for 2 hours, sit for 1 hour and walk for 3 hours. The incumbent must have the ability to use hands for gross manipulation for 4 hours and 2 hours for fine manipulation. Must have sufficient tools as required by ISTHA The incumbent must acquire and maintain all Federal, State and Local Certifications or Licenses required to perform the duties and tasks of the position.
- Performs repairs and maintenance on Authority automobiles, trucks, tractors, salt spreaders, snow plows, and construction equipment.
- Performs testing on all automotive, trucks, and equipment applications.
- Competent in the use of machines and tools commonly used in mechanic trade.
- Performs inspections of automotive, trucks, and other maintenance equipment as needed.
- Capable of using and analyzing the Parts & Service Manuals in use at ISTHA.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed by Supervisor.
- Performs the duties as assigned.