Lead Diesel Mechanic

Saia • Newburgh, NY

12h

About The Position

The Lead Diesel Mechanic supervises and oversees maintenance and repair tasks on trucks and trailers. The role directs cross-functional partners and mechanics on mechanical work, including proper failure diagnosis and repair practices. It also performs inspections, services, repairs, and troubleshooting on trailers and dollies, uses specialized equipment, and maintains detailed service records and reports on maintenance activity and vehicle and equipment status.

The position requires providing and maintaining personal maintenance tools, communicating and understanding instructions and regulations in English, and meeting the stated physical demands. Pay is $35.60–$40.90 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English for job duties, including conversing with coworkers and the public, understanding instructions and regulations, responding to inquiries, and completing required documents and records.

Nice To Haves

• Six years of diesel mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise cross-functional partners performing mechanical work on trucks and trailers.
• Instruct mechanics on proper diagnosis of failures and correct repair practices.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Perform inspections, services, and repairs on trailers.
• Use specialized equipment to conduct inspections, repairs, and maintenance work.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on trailers and dollies.
• Track and maintain service information for mechanic-related activities.
• Prepare reports on maintenance activities and vehicle and equipment status.

What This Job Offers

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