Lead Mechanic

Clean Harbors•OH, OH

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Lead Diesel Mechanic for its Cleveland, Ohio team. The role oversees day-to-day shop operations, including supervising maintenance work, ensuring the company fleet complies with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, and maintaining service and parts records. The mechanic performs preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on a range of vehicles and equipment, including offsite road repairs and service calls. The position also includes safety compliance, vehicle inspection and documentation responsibilities, and maintaining a clean work environment. Clean Harbors provides environmental, energy, and industrial services, with a mission to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. The company describes safety as its top priority and promotes employee growth and development.

Requirements

5–7 years of diesel engine experience.
At least 1 year of DOT inspection experience.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Knowledge of electrical systems, computer systems, ECMs, fuel systems, air systems, ABS, hydraulic systems, and engines.
Proficiency in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of heavy-duty forklifts, roll-off trucks, forklifts, pickup trucks, box trucks, tractors, and tankers.
Proficiency in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and physical test upon hire.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day shop operations and supervise maintenance work.
Ensure the company fleet is compliant with DOT requirements and maintain service and parts records.
Comply with safe work practices, policies, processes, and Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, failure and deficiency diagnoses, and necessary repairs, including offsite road repairs and service calls.
Complete daily checklists for proper operation of units being operated.
Ensure daily maintenance duties are performed and promptly communicate unit problems or issues.
Complete and submit paperwork required to track preventive maintenance schedules.
Conduct safety checks and annual vehicle inspections in accordance with applicable provincial and federal laws.
Ensure equipment is parked in compliance with facility permits and DOT requirements.
Maintain a clean work environment.
Perform other assignments as directed by management.
Understand the Clean Compliance Standard.