Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Website Manpower Illinois

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What you will love about the job: 

 – First shift hours 6:30-3:30p M-F 

– $18-$22 an hour (pay based on experience) temp to hire opportunity.  

-Weekly pay while working for Manpower.  

 

What you bring to the job:  

– Responsible for maintenance of Hydraulic Cranes, some OTR trucks, roll off containers, electrical systems on all mobile equipment used in the scrap metal recycling yard.  Class B CDL is a plus. 

– Diagnosing, repairing engines, hydraulic systems, electrical, brakes, routine maintenance.  

– Replace parts and components when necessary to rebuild units at regular intervals.  

– Operate the machine’s controls in order to perform the designated task within the machine’s capabilities.  

– Recognize the machine’s limitations in order to work safely in a large variety of job situations.  

– Weld parts as necessary.  

– Recognize operational control problems and coordinate their repair with outside vendors. – Test equipment to check operation.  

 

What qualifications do you need:  

– Proven experience or in a similar role preferred.  

– Ability to work safely alone in highly congested areas.  

– The ability to use hand tools and trade type tools.  

– The strength and dexterity to lift and move 50-75 pounds manually in the maintenance of equipment.  

– The agility and flexibility to climb on the various machine areas to grease and clean the machine components  

 

Potential hazard exposures may include: extreme temperatures, dust, work area will have forklift and material handling items in area, cuts or abrasions from material handling, slip and trip hazards. Performing strenuous movements, lifting, bending, and kneeling of metal objects as needed. Working around machinery possible.  

 

We are an equal opportunity employer Apply now to be contacted by a Manpower Recruiter. You may also call our office at 217-352- 7875 to discuss an interview. Do you know someone who may be interested? Please share this job with your friends and family! Manpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be eligible to work in the US – We participate in E-Verify 

 

Why should you choose Manpower? 

  • Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k 
  • Weekly pay with direct deposit 
  • Free training to upgrade your skills 
  • Referral Bonuses 
  • Paid holidays (subject to tenure requirements) 
  • Illinois Paid Leave