Diesel/Heavy Equipment Shop Manager

SA Recycling • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

SA Recycling is seeking a Diesel/Heavy Equipment Shop Manager for its St. Louis Region. The manager oversees maintenance and repair activities for the operations fleet of trucks, heavy equipment, and trailers. The role is responsible for prompt repairs, preventative maintenance programs, and parts and supplies inventories to minimize operational downtime. The position leads a small team in a fast-paced environment and calls for strong leadership, mentoring, communication, and mechanical skills.

The manager also promotes clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with SA Recycling and OSHA standards and follows applicable environmental practices and procedures. An employment offer is contingent on satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check, including a credit check if specified for the position. Applicants in the United States must be at least 18 years old.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, plus a post-secondary diploma or trades certificate in Diesel or Heavy Equipment Mechanics or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience managing a fleet or heavy equipment repair facility and diesel and heavy equipment mechanics.
• Thorough knowledge of heavy-duty diesel engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems, and mechanical repairs.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Good decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old if applying in the United States.
• Satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check; a credit check may apply if specified for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English and Spanish language skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage repair and preventative maintenance activities for a fleet of heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers.
• Lead diesel and heavy equipment mechanics, providing guidance, training, and support to promote performance and productivity.
• Coordinate and schedule preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize fleet lifespan.
• Manage parts and supplies inventories, vendor relationships, and maintenance budgets.
• Use fleet management software to track and report performance metrics, maintenance and repair activities, equipment history, and spare parts and supplies inventory.
• Promote clean, organized, and safe work areas in compliance with SA Recycling and OSHA standards, and follow environmental practices and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED