Lead Diesel Mechanic CDL Preferred / Fleet Maintenance supervisor

SYCS Trucking Company•Ellenwood, GA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

SYCS Trucking Company is hiring an experienced A-Level Diesel Technician to lead its in-house maintenance program for a fleet of approximately 23 Class 8 tractors. The role focuses on safety, reliability, preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, and minimizing vehicle downtime. The successful candidate will help build and lead the growing maintenance department, including training and mentoring entry-level technicians as the shop expands. This is a full-time position in Conley, Georgia, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM and occasional Saturday mornings as needed. The mechanic must be flexible to handle road calls and after-hours calls. Compensation is $30–$40 per hour, based on experience. A company service truck and phone are provided, and performance bonuses and additional compensation for after-hours emergency road calls are available.

Requirements

At least 8 years of heavy-duty diesel repair experience.
Valid driver's license.
No felonies.
Flexibility to perform road calls and after-hours calls.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Freightliner, Mack, International, Volvo, and Kenworth trucks.
Strong knowledge of Cummins, Detroit Diesel, and Paccar engines.
Ability to use diagnostic software such as Cummins INSITE, Detroit DiagnosticLink, and JPRO.
Welding and fabrication experience.
CDL Class A or B, preferred for test-driving and moving trucks.
ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications; not required for highly experienced candidates.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair heavy-duty diesel tractors and trailers.
Perform preventive maintenance services.
Troubleshoot electrical, air brake, ABS, suspension, steering, HVAC, and hydraulic systems.
Repair engines, clutches, transmissions, differentials, and cooling systems.
Diagnose and repair DPF, DEF, and emissions systems.
Complete DOT inspections and ensure fleet compliance.
Maintain accurate repair records and maintenance schedules.
Coordinate parts ordering and inventory.
Keep the shop clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant.
Assist with roadside breakdown planning when needed and respond to road calls and after-hours calls.
Train and mentor entry-level technicians as the shop grows.
Inspect all 23 trucks and create a fleet condition report.
Establish a preventive maintenance schedule and track damage, repairs, and open maintenance issues.
Eliminate overdue preventive maintenance, implement driver defect reporting, and create a vendor list with pricing comparisons.
Reduce repeat repairs, roadside breakdowns, and maintenance violations.
Establish weekly fleet status reporting, truck assignment tracking, and monthly maintenance budget reporting.