Lead Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role:
Fermilab seeks an experienced Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Lead. This person schedules, leads, and inspects repair and maintenance activities for all Laboratory vehicles and equipment. This role ensures safe and efficient operation while maintaining compliance with federal and state environmental and safety requirements.

What your day-to-day as a Lead Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic at Fermilab will look like:
* Schedule and lead daily repairs and preventive maintenance activities for Laboratory vehicles and equipment.
* Develop and implement maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
* Inspect completed repair work to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
* Maintain an adequate stock of frequently used mechanical and electrical vehicle parts.
* Manage service, repair, and ordering documentation, submitting necessary reports as required.
* Perform routine and preventive maintenance on various vehicle and trailer systems, including engine, ignition, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, heating/cooling, transmission, brake, and lubrication.
* Diagnose and repair reported system issues, dismantling and rebuilding components as necessary.
* Provide in-field repair services as needed.
* Assist and mentor less experienced mechanics in diagnosing and resolving complex problems.
* Recommend repair work to be outsourced and review completed external repairs before returning vehicles to service.
* Lead assigned projects and work groups as required.
* Perform occasional snow removal tasks using approved equipment after obtaining necessary medical clearance and training.
* Adhere to and uphold all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
* Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills and Attributes for Success:
* Two years of automotive technical school with 5+ years of hands-on experience or a High School diploma with 10+ years of experience.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
* Possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B without air brake restrictions, as required for the assignment.
* Expertise in methods, procedures, tools, and equipment used in brake service and inspection tasks.
* Ability to perform brake service or inspections through experience, training, or certifications as follows:
o Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or training program approved by a State, Canadian Province, federal agency, or labor union.
o Holding a state or provincial certification qualifying for brake service and inspection (including passing CDL air brake tests where applicable).
o A minimum of one year of brake-related training and experience.

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

* Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:
* Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
o Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
o Paid time off
o Life insurance
o Short and Long-term disability insurance
o Retirement benefits
o Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace by recruiting and developing its workforce without discrimination.Fermilab encourages and considers all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next:
We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.