Field Heavy Equipment Powertrain Technician

Real Alloy; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, HSA, FSA

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Real Alloy in Chicago Heights is looking for skilled individuals to repair and maintain mobile equipment in a heavy industry setting. You will utilize diagnostic tools and follow OSHA safety requirements.

This full-time position offers a starting wage of $31.78/hr with scheduled increases, a monthly incentive bonus of up to $500, and various career growth opportunities. Eligible benefits within 30 days include medical, dental, 401(k) matching, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience in repairing and maintaining mobile equipment with internal combustion engines.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements and safety device operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance of mobile equipment.
• Apply diagnostic tools to identify faults.
• Follow safety standards including Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Repair

Equipment Troubleshooting

Pneumatics Experience

Workplace Safety & EHS Management

Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems

Electrical Systems & Diagnostics

Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshoot

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Job description

Day in the life at Real Alloy – Chicago Heights

What you’ll handle

• Repair and maintenance of mobile equipment with internal combustion engines across multiple platforms.


• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems, equipment braking systems, and electrical/electronic components.


• Apply OSHA requirements for mobile equipment and verify proper operation of safety devices.


• Use pertinent diagnostic tools to pinpoint faults and validate repairs.


• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and EHS standards at all times.

How you’ll start

• Learn our safety and quality procedures from day one.


• Build skills specific to our process: converting aluminum scrap into molten metal and transferring it into molds.

Schedule and environment

• Day shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., plus a scheduled shift every other fourth Saturday.


• Heavy industry setting with rigorous safety and quality expectations.

Pay, incentives, and growth

• Direct hire with a starting wage of $31.78/hr and scheduled increases, plus a structured skills training plan.


• MONTHLY INCENTIVE BONUS: earn up to $500.00.


• Retention bonuses: 3 months $250; 6 months $500; 9 months $750; 12 months $1000.


• Career, training, and earnings growth opportunities.

Benefits (eligible within 30 days)

• Medical, HSA, FSA, Dental, Vision.


• 401(k) with company match.


• Company-paid Life Insurance.


• Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability.

What you’re great at

• Heavy Equipment Repair


• Equipment Troubleshooting


• Pneumatics Experience


• Workplace Safety & EHS Management


• Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems


• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)


• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting


• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)


• Equipment Repair & Maintenance

It’s more than a job—your work supports our team, our community, and the environment. Join the Real Alloy team and make an impact from day one.