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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Express Employment - North Aurora, IL

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$20-50 /h
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Elburn, IL
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Track Equipment / Diesel / Hydraulics)

Work on Equipment Similar to Morooka, Terramac and Prinoth track carriers. We also work on Remote track systems.

If you’ve worked on Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo Construction Equipment, or agricultural equipment, your experience translates directly here.

We work on track-based drilling rigs and heavy equipment that uses similar diesel powered engines and hydraulic system components to the standard brands:

  • Diesel engines

  • Hydraulics

  • Electrical systems

  • Undercarriages & track components

This is a hands-on, non-dealership environment where you’ll diagnose, repair, and rebuild real machines—not just follow repetitive workflows.

What You’ll Work On:

  • Track-mounted drilling rigs and support equipment

  • Hydraulic systems, cylinders, pumps, and hoses

  • Diesel engines and electrical systems

  • Equipment inspections, rebuilds, and troubleshooting

What You’ll Do:

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues

  • Perform maintenance, inspections, and component replacements

  • Read schematics and troubleshoot systems

  • Work with parts and operations teams to complete jobs efficiently

  • Take ownership of repairs from start to finish

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years working on heavy equipment, ag equipment, or diesel systems

  • Experience with hydraulics and electrical troubleshooting

  • Ability to read schematics and diagnose issues

  • Strong work ethic and reliability

Why Mechanics Come Here:

  • Variety of work — no repetitive dealership routines

  • Work on complete machines, not just one system

  • Tight-knit team, not a corporate shop

  • Stable, year-round work

Benefits:

  • Generous, competitive pay relative to experience

  • Health Insurance, Dental and Vision benefit plans

  • 401k retirement plans and Safe Harbor 3% employer salary match

  • Life Insurance, AD&D, Long term disability options available

  • Employee referral bonus

You should be proficient in:

  • Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
  • Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
  • Mechanical Systems & Component Repair