Lead Diesel Mechanic
About The Position
The Lead Mechanic is responsible for leading the team, overseeing and performing maintenance and repair of the fleet equipment. Equipment includes but is not limited to wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, man lifts, and grinders. The Mechanic should have demonstrable work practices with safety as the number one goal. You will perform appropriate preventive maintenance on equipment and necessary repairs to keep machines up and running daily. This role is a working lead responsible for overseeing daily maintenance and repair activities for fleet equipment while actively performing mechanical work. The Lead Mechanic provides guidance and training to mechanics, monitors work quality and safety compliance, and makes performance recommendations to management. Decisions made in this role directly impact equipment uptime, safety, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Work in a team environment
- Must have own tools (large impact tools will be provided)
- Able and willing to learn computer tracking software
- Able and willing maintain a clean work environment
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics
- Experience with routine maintenance operations is required
- Must be 21 years of age, or older
Nice To Haves
- ASE certifications and/or vocational/technical training are a plus
- Diagnostic and problem-solving skills preferred
- Waste industry experience, a plus
- Completion of college or vocational or technical training, a plus
- A valid CDL driver license is a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform services, diagnostics, and parts replacement for company fleet
- Identify problems and come up with viable solutions
- Service conveyers and various sorting equipment
- May perform training to the other mechanics; oversees overall performance and makes recommendations to the manager
- May be responsible for reports and documentation
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Overtime opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
