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McClure's Garage Inc.

Small Engine Technician

Pay: $20–$32/hr
Posted: 4 weeks ago
Location: Gurnee, IL (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 week ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Small Engine Mechanic maintains and repairs small engines like those in water craft, motorcycles, motorized bicycles, lawnmowers, and golf carts.

$48,891 / year median in Illinois

+11% projected growth

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Job Summary
WE'RE HIRING
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SMALL ENGINE TECHNICIAN!
McClure's Garage Inc. is looking to add another member to our FAMILY! We've been a family-owned and operated business since 1910 , and we don't look at our employees as just a number. When you work at McClure's Garage, you become part of the team — and part of the family.
POSITION
SMALL
ENGINE TECHNICIAN
We are a small, busy shop, so this position is about more than just small engines. Everyone jumps in and helps wherever needed!
Responsibilities may include:
Repairing and servicing ALL makes and brands of small engine equipment Garden tractors & riding mowers Push mowers Snowblowers Leaf blowers Chainsaws Weed trimmers and more Looking up and ordering parts using a computer Completing repair orders accurately Providing great customer service Helping with basic automotive repairs when needed, including tires, batteries, lights and other basic services Operating a tow truck during the day •
NIGHT & WEEKEND TOWING
=
HUGE PLUS!
  • The ability and willingness to perform night and weekend towing will be a MAJOR hiring advantage!
Night/weekend towing is paid with additional commission on top of your regular pay. We tow for the Gurnee Police Department , so nighttime operators must be able to maintain approximately a 25-minute response time . A C-Class license is preferred , but we are willing to train and help the right person obtain it!
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
  • Team player
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Good customer service skills
  • Comfortable using a computer
  • Able to properly complete repair orders
  • Willing to work on all brands of equipment
  • Own basic hand tools — we provide specialty tools and equipment
  • Dependable and willing to jump in wherever the shop needs help
  • Available Monday-Friday and every third Saturday
BUSINESS HOURS
Monday-Friday:
7:30 AM
  • 5:30
PM Saturday:
8:00 AM
  • Noon (only work every 3rd Saturday)
PAY IS HIGHLY BASED ON EXPERIENCE
If you're looking for a place where you can turn wrenches, learn different skills, work on a variety of equipment, tow trucks, and become part of a family-owned business that has served the community for more than 116 years , we want to hear from you!
MUST SPEAK ENGLISH
  • BILINGUAL PLUS Please SHARE!
The right person may be someone you know! McClure's Garage Inc. Family Owned & Operated Since 1910
Pay:
$20.00
  • $32.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person