Heavy Equipment / Shop Mechanic - Granite City, IL

Bulkequip; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heavy equipment company is seeking a Heavy Equipment / Shop Mechanic in Granite City, Illinois. The role involves diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and maintaining fleet reliability. Candidates should have 3-5 years of mechanical experience with a strong knowledge of hydraulics, powertrain, and diesel engines. Ability to work independently and own necessary tools is required. This position may require shift schedules, overtime, and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment.
• At least 2 years of heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment.
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and component replacements.
• Maintain fleet reliability for steel mill and mobile equipment operations.

Skills

Mechanical experience with heavy equipment

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of powertrain systems

Knowledge of electronic/electrical systems

Knowledge of diesel engines

Intermediate computer skills

Experience with diagnostic software

Ability to work independently

Tools

¼ inch to 1 inch drive impact wrenches

Socket sets

Wrenches up to 2 inches

Job description

Heavy Equipment / Shop Mechanic

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment and diesel-powered machinery
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and component replacements
• Respond to service calls and complete work orders accurately
• Maintain fleet reliability for steel mill and mobile equipment operations
• Utilize diagnostic software and maintenance systems to track repairs
• Communicate equipment status and parts needs with site leadership
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment and a strong working knowledge of hydraulics, powertrain, electronic/electrical systems, diesel engines, Cat SIS, Cummins INSITE, Volvo Penta, etc.
• At least 2 years of heavy equipment maintenance and repair
• Intermediate computer skills
• Experience with diagnostic software
• Ability to work independently and make sound troubleshooting decisions
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable record
• Must have your own tools from ¼ inch to 1 inch drive impact wrenches, socket sets, and wrenches up to 2 inches
• Willingness to work shift schedules, overtime, and occasional weekends