Diesel Journeyman Mechanic for Heavy Vehicles

Lakeshore Recycling Systems; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Recycling Systems in West Chicago, IL seeks a Journeyman Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy vehicles and industrial equipment. The role involves interpreting work orders, performing repairs, and ensuring safe, reliable operation in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate will have experience with routine maintenance, a valid CDL is a plus, and ASE certifications are advantageous. The position emphasizes safety and hands-on problem solving on-site.

Qualifications

• Waste industry experience, a plus.
• Completion of college or vocational or technical training, a plus.
• Experience with routine maintenance operations is required.
• A valid CDL driver license is a plus.
• Must be 21 years of age, or older.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs and overhauls heavy vehicles and industrial equipment.
• Interprets work orders and technical manuals.
• Keeps equipment cleaned, lubricated and maintained.
• Diagnoses faults or malfunctions.
• Adjusts equipment and repairs or replaces defective parts, components or systems.
• Obey all workplace health and safety and code of conduct workplace rules.
• Undertake the training and assessment required under the training plan.

Skills

Diagnose faults

Heavy equipment maintenance

Repair and overhaul

Interpreting work orders

Safety compliance

Education

Technical training/college or vocational training

Waste industry experience (plus)

CDL driver license (plus)

Job description

Lakeshore Recycling Systems in West Chicago, IL seeks a Journeyman Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy vehicles and industrial equipment. The role involves interpreting work orders, performing repairs, and ensuring safe, reliable operation in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate will have experience with routine maintenance, a valid CDL is a plus, and ASE certifications are advantageous. The position emphasizes safety and hands-on problem solving on-site.