Heavy Truck Diesel Mechanic Jobs Illinois | City of Champaign (Champaign, IL)

City of Champaign
102 N Neil St
Champaign, IL 61820

The City of Champaign needs a mechanic to keep its trucks, snow equipment, emergency vehicles, and heavy machinery safe, reliable, and ready, and this Diesel Mechanic job is one of the more dependable heavy truck diesel mechanic jobs in Champaign, Illinois. Much of the work is diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing diesel engines and their supporting systems on heavy duty vehicles, construction equipment, and fire apparatus, including electrical and hydraulic systems that keep plows, aerial units, and public works equipment running. The fleet supports everything from snow and ice operations and emergency response to daily public works, so this is work the community counts on when it matters. Technicians perform scheduled preventive maintenance, troubleshoot faults with diagnostic tools, document each repair, and prioritize emergency units so they are never out of service longer than necessary. Applications are due by Sunday, November 8, 2026.

In real hiring situations, the city looks for a mechanic with solid diesel diagnostic experience and the credentials to work across the fleet, including a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a tanker endorsement, along with EPA Section 609 Technician certification for vehicle air conditioning service. An Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification with NFPA standards knowledge is a strong advantage for work on fire apparatus, and the position includes 11 paid holidays and a pension under IMRF, which makes it attractive to technicians who want long-term stability. For candidates exploring public sector fleet jobs, this opening offers steady hours and meaningful work in a municipal garage. The position draws applicants from Champaign, Urbana, central Illinois, and the Great Lakes region, and it is part of the broader market of automotive and fleet careers across the United States. It can be found alongside other openings on an automotive only job board, where every job seeker is there for an automotive career and every applicant’s information goes directly to the employer’s hiring authority.

Wage

• Starting pay: $35.2998 per hour
• Location: Champaign, IL, on-site
• Employer: City of Champaign, a public-sector fleet that serves the community

Apply by Sunday, November 8, 2026
Submit your application online at champaignil.gov/jobs.

What the work covers

• Diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues on heavy-duty vehicles, construction equipment, and fire apparatus
• Performing preventive maintenance
• Maintaining the tools and equipment that power City services
• Maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing electrical and hydraulic systems
• Working on drivetrain, braking, and suspension systems
• Taking part in snow and ice operations and other emergency response

The schedule is part of the deal

Because the work is essential, shifts can run up to 16 hours. You may be called in at any hour, with little or no notice, during emergencies and weather events.

Credentials checklist

Have these now

• High school diploma or equivalent (completed coursework without a diploma will be considered)
• Verifiable, progressively responsible professional experience in diesel engine maintenance and repair (a combination of training and experience that shows the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered)
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions in the job description, with or without accommodation
• Current, valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• A valid Illinois driver’s license on day one, because the job involves driving between City facilities and responding in City vehicles during snow, ice, and other emergencies
• A complete set of mechanic’s hand tools before your first day of work, or the ability to obtain one by then

Get these within an approved timeframe

• Class B Commercial Driver’s License without air brakes restriction and with tanker endorsement
• EPA Section 609 Technician certification
• Forklift certification

Bonus points (preferred)

• A two-year training program in automotive, light truck, or heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair from an accredited trade or vocational school
• A qualifying co-op or apprenticeship program
• ASE Car or Truck certification, or equivalent manufacturer-specific certifications
• Fleet environment experience
• Heavy-duty (Class 7 or 8) and/or diesel truck maintenance experience
• Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification that includes NFPA standards
• Welding, metal repair, and cutting tool experience
• Upfitting and aftermarket equipment installation experience

Pre-employment and ongoing screening

• Drug screening and a driving record review before hire, and ongoing random drug testing
• A driving record that meets City standards, maintained throughout employment
• A City vehicle will be available, and you don’t need to own a personal vehicle

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Pension under IMRF
• More, listed at champaignil.gov/hr/salaries-and-benefits/ (select Bargaining Units: AFSCME)

The City’s values

The City’s mission is responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with the community. Its guiding values are Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, and Results. It is committed to a workplace and community that values diversity and inclusion. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Ready to apply?

If you want diesel and heavy-duty work that keeps a community’s essential vehicles on the road, apply online before November 8.

***YOUR INCOME RANGE MAY VARY BASED ON YOUR EXPERIENCE***

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