FRM OF ELECTRICAL MECHANICS (AUTO)

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

FOREMAN OF ELECTRICAL MECHANICS-AUTOMOTIVE

DEPARTMENT OF FLEET AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT

Division of Fleet Maintenance Operations

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $63.53/Hour

This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City's collective bargaining agreement with IBEW-Local 134 (Bargaining Unit 32). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Applications for this position will be accepted from 7/18/25, until 11:59pm CDT on 8/1/25

The City of Chicago's Department of Fleet and Facility Management is seeking a Foreman of Electrical Mechanics-Automotive to supervise skilled trades personnel performing automotive service technician work in the inspection, repair and maintenance of electrical systems and electronic components found in automobiles and light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel driven automotive equipment, and performs related duties as required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Works an assigned shift at a Department of Fleet and Facility Management garage facility, prioritizing and assigning work to electrical mechanics - automotive engaged in repairing and replacing electrical systems in city vehicles and automotive equipment
* Monitors staff performing diagnostic testing of automobiles and trucks to identify and assess problems and malfunctions with electrical systems and electronic components such as wiring and lighting systems, ignition systems and electrical auxiliary power and computer controls
* Reviews and prioritizes work orders and makes work assignments, ensuring cost effective use of available resources and the timely repair of vehicles, trucks and off-road equipment
* Reviews manpower and material cost estimates for individual repair jobs and makes recommendations to control costs
* Monitors and enforces shop safety work rules and ensure adherence to OSHA guidelines
* Inspects and test drives vehicles to check and confirm quality and workmanship of completed repairs before vehicles are returned to active status
* Assists staff in troubleshooting or diagnosing difficult repair jobs of electrical systems and components
* Reviews and approves work orders entered into the department's tracking system, ensuring man hours and materials used are properly documented for repair jobs
* Coordinates work efforts with other trades and work units at garage facility to ensure efficiency of operations
* Monitors employee time records, approves vacation and time off requests and evaluates employee performance
* Maintains work records and prepares productivity reports
* Oversees the maintenance of shop equipment and machinery to ensure equipment is operational

Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location: Varies

Days: Vary

Hours: Vary

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

* Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology, or a directly related field, plus four years of work experience as an automotive technician in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel driven automotive equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

* A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

NOTES

WORKING CONDITIONS * Exposure to loud noise, fumes or dust, oily or wet environment * Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., heavy machinery) * Works in adverse weather conditions

EQUIPMENT * Computers and peripheral equipment (e.g., personal computer, computer terminals, hand-held computer, modems) * Standard tools used in servicing automotive equipment (e.g., combination wrench, ratchet wrench, air impact guns, overhead pneumatic dispenser) * Testing and monitoring equipment (e.g., computerized diagnostic equipment) * Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, shoes, glasses, gloves, vest, pads) * Hydraulic jacks and hoists

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time * Ability to quickly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with one's body, arms, and/or legs * Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to successfully pass a written test / skills assessment and complete an interview. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after test results have been analyzed and compiled. The interviewed candidate(s) receiving a passing score on the test and possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

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The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor