Shop Helper: Diesel Equipment Support & Growth

Altorfer Inc; East Dundee (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union healthcare

Union pension

Paid holidays

Personal days

Funeral leave

Vacation 1 week

Job summary

Altorfer Inc. in Illinois is seeking a Shop Helper to support Journeyman Technicians by handling semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in the shop. You will assist with maintenance, parts handling, and setup to ensure efficient technician time.

The role requires basic troubleshooting, ability to lift 100 lbs, and carrying out duties with safety and accuracy. Benefits include union healthcare and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Two years hands-on mechanical repair experience or related certification required.
• Must provide own tools (e.g., 3/4 inch drive ratchet, sockets, wrenches, torque tools).
• Good computer skills and MS Office knowledge.
• Physical ability to lift 100 lbs and work overhead.

Responsibilities

• Assist Journeyman Technicians with skilled/technical tasks in the shop.
• Perform preventative maintenance and 500 hour interval PMs as needed.
• Install and replace minor electrical components and assemblies.
• Complete service reports and locate necessary manuals or literature.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical repair

Regulations comprehension

Oral communication

Mechanical aptitude

Documentation

Education

Two years hands-on mechanical repair experience or related certification

Tools

Basic hand tools

Box wrench set

Torque wrench

Impact tools

Job description

Altorfer Inc. in Illinois is seeking a Shop Helper to support Journeyman Technicians by handling semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in the shop. You will assist with maintenance, parts handling, and setup to ensure efficient technician time.

The role requires basic troubleshooting, ability to lift 100 lbs, and carrying out duties with safety and accuracy. Benefits include union healthcare and paid time off.