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Shop Mechanic

Zavada Property Management, Inc.
Streator, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Shop Mechanic to join our dynamic team! In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment, industrial machinery, and automotive vehicles. Your expertise will ensure that all equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably, supporting our operational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse machinery, including farm equipment, construction machinery, and service vehicles, in a fast-paced environment that values precision and proactive maintenance.

Duties

  • Perform comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on heavy equipment such as excavators, cranes, forklifts, and tractors using OEM schematics and technical manuals.
  • Conduct routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, brake repairs, transmission servicing, hydraulic system troubleshooting, suspension adjustments, and air brake inspections.
  • Fabricate custom parts or modifications using welding, soldering, hand tools, power tools, and fabrication techniques to meet specific operational needs.
  • Operate heavy machinery safely during repair or testing phases to verify proper functioning after maintenance or repairs.
  • Maintain accurate service records detailing repairs performed, parts used, and inspection results for compliance and future reference.
  • Assist with tire service, wheel alignment procedures, electrical diagnostics, HVAC system repairs, and heavy lifting tasks as required.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by communicating repair status clearly and ensuring work is completed efficiently to minimize downtime.

Requirements

  • Proven mechanic experience with dealership or industrial equipment preferred; familiarity with Caterpillar or OEM parts is a plus.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge across diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, HVAC systems, and vehicle maintenance.
  • Hands-on experience with fabrication techniques such as welding and soldering; ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
  • Ability to read schematics accurately and interpret technical manuals for complex machinery repairs.
  • Experience operating heavy equipment including excavators, cranes, forklifts, or tractor-trailers; heavy lifting capability required.
  • Knowledge of automotive diagnostics along with tire service skills; familiarity with heavy equipment operation is advantageous.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills combined with a proactive approach to maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Strong customer service orientation with the ability to communicate clearly with team members and clients alike. Join us in keeping our fleet running smoothly! We value your expertise in ensuring safety standards are met while delivering top-notch service on every project. This role is vital in maintaining operational efficiency across diverse machinery types—your skills will make a real difference every day!

Pay: $18.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $35

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