Mechanic/Shop Leader

DeAngelo Contracting Services•Lincoln, IL

About The Position

The Shop Leader in the Decatur location is a hands-on, one-person role responsible for the region’s fleet and shop operations. The position combines administrative and mechanical work, including managing inventory, paperwork, procurement, and scheduling while maintaining and repairing heavy equipment and vehicles. The role requires comfort working both at a computer and on equipment.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and at least five years of clean driving.
At least five years of 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 vehicle inspection and repair.
Ability to handle tools required for automobile repair.
Comfort working on a computer, potentially for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

CDL is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform customer service functions and scheduled maintenance.
Manage administrative services related to vehicle repairs, including preparing fleet cost estimates, notifying managers and employees about preventive and scheduled maintenance, and arranging repairs.
Reconcile operating accounts and records, including sales with 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.
Keep the shop 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 and perform diagnostic tests on vehicles to determine their condition and identify worn or damaged parts.
Maintain equipment availability by completing preventive maintenance schedules, installing component and part upgrades, and controlling corrosion.
Assist with fabrication of new equipment and builds.
Repair vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing assemblies, components, parts, and systems, including power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emissions, brakes, steering, hydraulics, and vegetation spray systems.
Perform machine shop operations, adjustments, and alignments involving bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
Test vehicle performance by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
Ensure compliance with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
Conduct field visits in emergencies or after sudden breakdowns.