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Mechanic work is open at Roe Automotive Inc., a 37 minute drive (24 miles by road) from the center of Richmond to Horizon Court in Zion.
Commute from Richmond
Your drive to Horizon Court from the center of Richmond, about 24 miles and 37 minutes without traffic:
- From the center of Richmond, head out on Main Street (US-12).
- Then take Kenosha Street (IL-173).
- Then take Green Bay Road.
- Turn onto 21st Street, then onto Horizon Court. The shop is at 2016 Horizon Ct.
The shop is open Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday: Closed; time the drive from Richmond to match.
Driving around Richmond
Open roads around Richmond mean higher speeds and longer distances between stops. At those speeds, worn tires, loose steering parts and old shocks show up as wander and vibration, so have them checked before they wear the tires out.
- Illinois emissions testing covers only part of McHenry County, by ZIP code. Your test notice from the Illinois Secretary of State says whether your vehicle is due. If it fails, we diagnose and repair the cause before the retest.
- For a working van, ask about early drop off and a call with the estimate before any repair, so the vehicle is back on the road fast.
Richmond is in McHenry County, Illinois, about 22 miles west of the shop in a straight line. The closest other towns on our list are Genoa City (1.9 miles), Randall (3.4 miles) and Spring Grove (4.2 miles).
Work at the shop
Expect a steady share of wheel alignment, transmission service, brake repair and steering and suspension, the services Richmond drivers ask about most. Businesses in Richmond also send ProMaster, Sprinter and Transit vans and box trucks, so fleet maintenance is regular work. Roe Automotive has repaired cars, light trucks and work vans in Zion since 1990. For the full picture, see auto repair for Richmond drivers.
Applying from Richmond
Add a line about your experience and that you are coming from Richmond. Any experience level is welcome; we go over pay and the schedule by phone. Use the application form, call (847) 746-7649, or stop by 2016 Horizon Ct, Zion, IL 60099.