Heavy Equipment Lead

AMERITEX PIPE & PRODUCTS LLC•Gunter, TX

10d

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead serves as a working leader responsible for performing advanced diagnostics and repairs while guiding daily activities of the maintenance team. This role supports the Supervisor by ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, preventative maintenance is executed, and equipment downtime is minimized.

Requirements

4+ years of heavy equipment mechanic experience (diesel required)
Strong knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, electrical systems, and diagnostics
Ability to read schematics, service manuals, and technical documents
Experience with preventative maintenance programs and CMMS systems
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Must have reliable transportation with current TX driver’s license and proof of current personal automobile liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

Prior lead or informal leadership experience preferred
At least two (2) years of experience leading a team of HE mechanics
10+ years of heavy equipment mechanic experience (diesel required)
Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, team members, customers, vendors, and the public.
Must be able to speak with employees, other department managers and senior management.
Ability to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Must have excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

Follows all safety policies and procedures established by the Company.
Acts as the lead technician on shift, providing direction and support to mechanics
Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
Maintains and repair heavy equipment including loaders, forklifts, excavators, cranes, and trucks
Assists in planning and prioritizing daily maintenance and repair schedules
Ensures preventative maintenance tasks are completed accurately and on time
Troubleshoots complex mechanical issues and provide solutions to reduce repeat failures
Supports training and development of junior mechanics and new hires
Ensures adherence to safety standards, company policies, and OSHA regulations
Completes and review work orders, service logs, and maintenance documentation
Coordinates with parts/vendors to ensure timely availability of materials
Communicates equipment status and repair updates to Supervisor and Operations