Lead Diesel Truck Mechanic

ConGlobal•Maple Heights, OH

4d•$32 - $40

About The Position

ConGlobal is hiring a Lead Diesel Truck Mechanic to guide its maintenance team at a railyard. The role oversees inspection, diagnosis, and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical systems across semi-trucks, trailers, and hostler vehicles. The lead ensures preventative maintenance is completed on time, directs troubleshooting, and supports safety, performance, and reliability. The position requires open availability, works Monday through Friday, and includes weekend on-call duty. Starting pay is $32.00–$40.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on diesel mechanic experience, including leadership or team lead responsibilities.
Experience working on semi-trucks, trailers, or hostler vehicles; the posting also lists 3–5 years of diesel mechanic experience.
Proficiency with diagnostic tools and repairs involving diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
Ability to read schematics and effectively troubleshoot electrical issues.
Familiarity with maintenance scheduling systems and accurate service records.
Organizational and leadership skills, including the ability to coach and support technicians.
Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
Knowledge of diesel engine systems, including fuel, electrical, cooling, and exhaust systems.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.
Must own the necessary tools for the job.
Valid driver’s license.
Must pass pre-employment background verification, physical, and drug screening.
Open availability.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hostlers and forklifts.
Experience with electric trucks.
ASE certification or equivalent.
Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, and Detroit diesel engines.
Experience with hostler trucks and terminal tractors.
Welding or fabrication skills.
Experience working in an intermodal yard or rail yard environment.

Responsibilities

Lead daily shop operations by prioritizing repairs, allocating work, and mentoring mechanics to maintain efficient workflow and quality standards.
Diagnose and repair diesel engines, including Caterpillar, Cummins, and Detroit engines.
Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical systems using wiring diagrams and schematics.
Perform and oversee preventative maintenance on tractors, trailers, and yard hostlers.
Assess vehicles and coordinate responses to scheduled maintenance and emergency breakdowns.
Maintain accurate inspection, repair, and parts records in accordance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor on repair status, resource needs, and long-term maintenance planning.
Promote and enforce safety standards and best practices across maintenance operations.