Parks Specialist - Fleet Maintenance Technician/Mechanic
Plainfield, IL Parks Department
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Love Fixing Things? Join Our Fleet Maintenance Team!

Do you have a knack for keeping engines running smoothly? Enjoy working with trucks, tractors, and all kinds of equipment? If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and take on a hands-on, skilled role, Plainfield Park District wants YOU on our Fleet Maintenance Crew!


Why You’ll Love This Job

Starting Pay: $24/hour (and MORE based on your skills, certifications, and experience)


Amazing Benefits:

  • 100% Employer-Paid HMO BCBS Health Insurance OR low-cost PPO
  • 100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
  • 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Free/Discounted Park District Programs
  • Participation in the IMRF Pension Fund
  • Work That Matters: Keep our fleet running so our parks stay beautiful and our community thrives!

What You’ll Do

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in trucks, autos, and gas/diesel-powered equipment (mowers, construction, landscaping—you name it!)
  • Perform safety inspections and repairs on trucks, SUVs, tractors, and more
  • Train operators on safe equipment usage
  • Handle welding and fabrication for repairs
  • Provide field repairs and road calls
  • Organize and manage repair projects from start to finish, including maintenance logs
  • Research cost estimates for materials and supplies
  • Operate heavy equipment (trucks, snow removal, tractors)
  • Weekend shifts may be required—because the fleet never sleeps!

What We’re Looking For

  • Technical knowledge and experience in fleet maintenance
  • Ability to work independently and under general supervision
  • Skilled in diagnostics, repairs, and safety practices
  • A problem-solver who loves a challenge

Ready to Get Your Hands Dirty?

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to keep our parks moving and make a real impact in your community. Apply today and start your next adventure with Plainfield Park District!


Plainfield Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements
  • 3+ years of mechanical repair experience, (applicable certifications may enhance compensation.)
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Experience with truck/district vehicles and small machinery repair (mowers, weed eaters, etc.).
  • Familiarity of managing materials inventory and safety protocols.