Mechanic/Shop Leader

DeAngelo Contracting Services•Bloomington, IL

About The Position

DCS is seeking a hands-on Shop Leader for its Decatur location. This is currently a one-person shop, so the role combines management of inventory, paperwork, procurement, and scheduling with mechanical work on the region’s fleet. The position involves working both at a desk and on heavy equipment, and is suited to someone who enjoys staying busy and continuing to perform technical work. The Shop Leader performs customer service and scheduled maintenance, manages repair-related administrative services, prepares fleet cost estimates, coordinates preventive and scheduled maintenance, reconciles operating accounts and records, and prepares reports as requested by the division manager. The role also monitors inventory, orders supplies and tools, arranges shop maintenance, keeps the shop safe and orderly, coordinates with stakeholders, and oversees licenses and permits with the Asset Manager. Mechanical duties include inspecting and diagnosing vehicles and equipment, performing preventive maintenance and repairs, assisting with fabrication and new builds, and working on major vehicle systems and assemblies. The Shop Leader also conducts machine-shop operations, checks vehicle performance through test drives and adjustments, ensures compliance with vehicle requirements, and may visit field locations during emergencies or breakdowns.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and at least five years of clean driving.
At least five years of previous mechanic experience.
Leadership experience.
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 and ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stretch to perform automobile inspection and repair.
Ability to handle tools required for automobile repair.
Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods as needed.

Nice To Haves

CDL (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

Perform customer service functions and scheduled maintenance.
Manage administrative services related to automobile repairs, including preparing fleet cost estimates and notifying managers and employees about preventive and scheduled maintenance.
Reconcile operating accounts and records, including sales, cash, and receipts.
Draft and maintain operating reports as requested by the division manager.
Monitor inventory and order shop supplies and tools.
Schedule and arrange necessary shop maintenance.
Ensure the shop is neat, clean, and safe.
Maintain open lines of communication with all parties.
Oversee licenses and permits with the Asset Manager.
Design and update equipment and spray systems to specifications.
Prioritize and work on projects requiring immediate attention.
Inspect vehicles and equipment and conduct diagnostic tests to identify worn or damaged parts.
Maintain equipment availability by completing preventive maintenance, installing upgrades, and controlling corrosion.
Assist with fabrication of new equipment and new builds.
Repair vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing assemblies, components, parts, or systems.
Perform machine-shop operations, adjustments, and alignments, including work on bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
Check vehicle performance through test drives and adjustments to controls and systems.
Test engines and safety and combustion-control standards to comply with federal and state vehicle requirements.
Conduct field visits in emergencies or after sudden breakdowns.