Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Diesel & Truck Specialist

Ozinga Bros, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ozinga Ready Mix Concrete Inc seeks an experienced Mechanic to maintain and repair a fleet of heavy equipment and trucks. You will diagnose faults, replace worn parts, and perform routine maintenance on wheel loaders, forklifts, and plant machinery.

The role requires strong safety practices and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather, with local travel as needed. Minimum 2 years of heavy-truck repair experience and a valid CDL Class B preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CDL, minimum Class B preferred.
• Air brake certification preferred.
• Knowledge of repair on components of heavy trucks and equipment including suspensions, hydraulics, drivelines, electrical systems, brakes, and engines.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace worn parts to support deliveries.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment.
• Adjust points, spark plug gaps, valves, distributors, fuel injection and carburetors.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Maintain and repair gasoline, diesel & natural gas-powered equipment & trucks.
• Operate and inspect machines to diagnose defects.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair to ensure proper function.
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Keep detailed records with time spent, materials used, and parts ordered.
• Diagnose faults using engine diagnostic equipment.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear.
• Consistently maintain all safety precautions.

Skills

Hand tools

Adaptability

Communication

Truck driving

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL Class B (preferred)

Air brake certification (preferred)

Job description

Ozinga Ready Mix Concrete Inc seeks an experienced Mechanic to maintain and repair a fleet of heavy equipment and trucks. You will diagnose faults, replace worn parts, and perform routine maintenance on wheel loaders, forklifts, and plant machinery.

The role requires strong safety practices and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather, with local travel as needed. Minimum 2 years of heavy-truck repair experience and a valid CDL Class B preferred.