Transmission Mechanic
- Pay
- $22 – $25 per hour
- Location
- Vernon Hills, IL
- Listed
- 5 days ago
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- Transmission Mechanic
- Country/Region: US
- Location: Vernon Hills, IL, US, 60061
- Req ID 90502 | Vernon Hills, United States ZF Services, LLC
- What you can look forward to as a Transmission Mechanic
- Clean, sandblast and/or paint product and parts.
- Disassemble transmission or valve body.
- Pack, label and palletize transmissions.
- Preassemble product.
- Assemble transmission or valve body.
- Inspect clean parts.
- Perform related tasks as assigned.
- Your Profile as a Transmission Mechanic
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Knowledge of hand or pneumatic tools
- Forklift or pallet jack experience
- Basic PC skills (on/off, read screen, toggle, use mouse, check inventory)
- Must be able to read work instructions in English.
- Previous lean manufacturing experience helpful.
Physical demands
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to stand for extended periods of time; 60 minutes continuously up to 6 hours per 10 hour day, walk up to 2 miles per day, handle or feel objects and/or tools; operate power tools; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; bend, verbally communicate; and hear safety indicators. The associate must frequently and repetitively lift and /or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
- Why you should choose ZF in Vernon Hills, IL
- The expected base compensation for this role is $22.00 - $24.50 hourly. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
What We Offer
- $500 Sign on Bonus
- Paid time off
- 401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- A strong diverse culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Mechanic and apply now!
Diversity Commitment
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us.
- They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success.
- We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex.
- We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential.
- We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
- At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued.
- We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential.
- We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
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Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.
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From ZF Group's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 5, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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