Fleet Maintenance Lead

Daybreak Foods, Inc. • Lake Mills, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to lead a maintenance department by performing routine and adhoc maintenance to a fleet of diesel trucks.

Requirements

• Technical/Vocational/Associate Degree in vehicle maintenance related field.
• Class A CDL
• Ability to hold a valid DOT medical certificate
• Strong mechanical/electrical/engineering aptitude.
• Good troubleshooting/problem solving skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and work productively in a multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to lead team/strong supervisory and people skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn several associated jobs
• Strong computer aptitude and familiarity with systems.
• One to two years’ experience in vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
• One to two years’ experience in Windows based systems and programs including MS office.

Nice To Haves

• Diesel mechanic certification preferred.
• Four or more years in a lead/supervisory maintenance role or equivalent preferred.
• Candidates that are detailed-oriented and accurate are preferred.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish and English preferred

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck/trailer equipment including, but not limited to the following: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Air conditioning systems, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Power steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• Inspect to diagnose malfunctions and perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Direct and train personnel on company procedures and tractor/trailer repairs and maintenance including new hires.
• Participate in the selection process when new fleet maintenance personnel are needed.
• Manage part inventory and identifies and order required parts for vehicle maintenance.
• Creates and maintains fleet maintenance personnel schedules in areas of responsibility.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulations and perform all work in compliance with organization safety, health, and environmental policies, federal regulations and forms, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Attend weekly department meetings as required.
• Rotating on call after hours.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree