AI summary
Hydraulic Mechanic role maintaining and repairing heavy-duty hydraulic equipment and supporting general machine/building maintenance on 1st shift in Geneva, IL. Miner Enterprises Inc. is a manufacturing/industrial operation needing strong troubleshooting across hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems. Standout perk: opportunity for varied work across large presses and plant equipment, with on-call support for breakdowns.
Key skills
Heavy-duty hydraulic system troubleshooting and repairReading schematics and blueprintsElectrical troubleshooting (480V)Pneumatic and piping systemsPreventative and corrective maintenanceWelding and torch cuttingMachining and fabrication of partsRepair/rebuild of motors, compressors, conveyors and boilersHydraulic press maintenance (5–600 tons)Valid driver's license
Salary not listed — comparable Geneva, IL hydraulic mechanic roles typically pay about $30–$45/hour (roughly $62k–$94k/year) depending on experience and on-call expectations.
You'll thrive here if you’re a safety-minded, independent mechanic with 5+ years’ hydraulic experience who can diagnose and rebuild complex industrial equipment from schematics, manuals and blueprints.
Why apply
- Full-time 1st shift
- Work on 5–600 ton presses
- Broad plant equipment exposure
Hydraulic Mechanic reports to Foreman, Miner Enterprises
Work location: Geneva, IL. Full Time-1st. shift
Work location: Geneva, IL. Full Time-1st. shift
Key Responsibilities
The Hydraulic Mechanic is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of heavy duty hydraulic equipment, as well as performing general machine/building maintenance.
Essential Functions:
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and maintain heavy duty hydraulic systems
- Identify hydraulic components and their capabilities
- Read and understand schematics
- Capable of performing electrical/mechanical troubleshooting root-cause, repairing and rebuilding equipment
- Work with production personnel to correctly identify repair requirements
- Understand and utilize blueprints, operator manuals and/or part catalogs in order to successfully fulfill preventative and corrective maintenance procedures
- Perform work on motors, compressors, conveyors and boilers, and various hydraulic presses ranging from 5-600 tons
- Be available for emergency breakdowns (on-call) and/or snow removal during off work hours, as needed
Requirements
- HS diploma and/or vocational school training. Minimum of 5 year's hydraulic experience.
- Excellent working knowledge of hydraulic systems and components including troubleshooting and retro-fitting or designing hydraulic systems.
- Solid understanding of electrical (480V), mechanical pneumatic, hydraulic and piping systems.
- Welding and torch cutting abilities.
- Ability to machine and fabricate parts.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills for injection molding, hydraulic presses and automated assembly equipment.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work in a safety conscious manner; understanding safety guidelines and protocols.
- Must have valid driver's license.