Shop Leader & Fleet Mechanic

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Prescription Drug Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC in Decatur, IL is seeking a Shop Leader to run the facility solo, handling inventory, procurement, scheduling, and performing mechanical work on the fleet. This hands-on role blends desk work with engine work, ideal for someone comfortable with computers and heavy equipment maintenance.

You will manage maintenance scheduling, prepare cost estimates, monitor inventory, ensure safety and cleanliness, oversee licenses, and assist in fabricating equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license with at least 5 years of clean driving.
• 5+ years of mechanic experience.
• CDL is highly preferred.
• Leadership experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare operating reports and reconcile sales records.
• Extensive knowledge of automobile repair with ability to read and interpret technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform customer service functions or scheduled maintenance.
• Manage administrative services related to automobile repairs; tasks may include preparing cost estimates for the fleet, notifying Managers and employees of preventive and scheduled maintenance, and making repairs.
• Reconcile operating accounts and records including reconciling sales with cash and receipts.
• Drafts and maintains operating reports as requested by the division manager.
• Monitors inventory, and orders supplies and tools for the shop.
• Schedules and arrange necessary maintenance for the shop.
• Ensure that the shop is neat, clean, and safe.
• Keep open lines of communication with all parties.
• Oversee All Licenses/Permits with Asset Manager.
• Design and Update Equipment and Spray Systems to Specifications
• Prioritize and work on projects needing immediate attention.
• Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keep equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion.
• Assist in fabrication of new equipment/new builds.
• Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics and vegetation spray systems.
• Completes machine shop operations, adjusting and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Check vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls, and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Conduct field visits in case of an emergency or sudden breakdown.

Skills

Valid driver's license

5+ years mechanic experience

CDL preferred

Leadership experience

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Prepare operating reports

Read manuals

Job description

DeAngelo Contracting Services, LLC in Decatur, IL is seeking a Shop Leader to run the facility solo, handling inventory, procurement, scheduling, and performing mechanical work on the fleet. This hands-on role blends desk work with engine work, ideal for someone comfortable with computers and heavy equipment maintenance.

You will manage maintenance scheduling, prepare cost estimates, monitor inventory, ensure safety and cleanliness, oversee licenses, and assist in fabricating equipment.