Mobile Equipment Shop Technician

Novelis Bay Minette Manufacturing Facility • Bay Minette, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Novelis Bay Minette team is seeking a Mobile Equipment Shop Technician. This role is responsible for the inspection, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, repair, and overhaul of mobile and off‑road equipment used in support of plant operations. The Lead Technician provides day‑to‑day leadership and work coordination within the mobile equipment garage while performing hands on maintenance work. This position supports continuous operations across Cast House, Hot Mill, Cold Mill, Central Services / Utilities and Balance of Plant areas to ensure safe and reliable equipment availability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years’ experience maintaining and repairing mobile, diesel, or industrial equipment
• Demonstrated knowledge of diesel and/or gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and technical drawings
• Ability to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lead technician or senior mechanic experience
• Completion of a 2-year technical program
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Hydraulic diagnostics experience
• Military MOS Crosswalk can include but is not limited to: Army 12V — Concrete & Asphalt Equipment Operator, 91L — Construction Equipment Repairer, 91C — Utilities Equipment Repairer; Navy AS — Aviation Support Equipment Technician, CM — Construction Mechanic, CTM — Cryptologic Technician, MM — Machinist’s Mate, EN — Engineman, UT — Utilitiesman; Coast Guard MK — Machinery Technician; Marine Corps 1169 — Utilities Chief, 1345 — Engineer Equipment Operator, 1349 — Engineer Equipment, 1371 — Combat Engineer, 3529 — Motor Transport Maintenance Chief, 6073 — Support Equipment Electrician / Refrigeration & Engine/Gas Turbine Technician, 6499 — Mobile Facility Technician; Air Force 3E2X1 — Pavements and Construction Equipment, 3E1X1 — Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on mobile equipment including, but not limited to: Forklifts, Mobile Cranes, Manlifts, Personnel Carts, Pickup Trucks, Fuel Trucks, Sweepers, GLAMAs, and other on-site Mobile Equipment
• Act as a working lead by providing technical guidance and work direction to assigned mechanics
• Promote safe work practices within the garage and field service environment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel, brake, steering, drivetrain, and emission systems
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, rebuild, and reassemble equipment and components in accordance with OEM standards
• Determine vehicle and equipment condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance, installing component and part upgrades.
• Correct vehicle and equipment deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling and replacing major assemblies or components. Such as, power and drive trains, electrical, fuel, emission, brake, steering and hydraulic systems.
• Verify equipment performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.
• Maintain vehicle records by documenting services and repairs.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure equipment meets Plant Operational standards.
• Maintain organized work areas and complete repair logs/documentation.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, repair manuals, and technical diagrams for maintenance.
• Coordinate and prioritize repair and preventive maintenance activities based on operational requirements
• Assist in developing, maintaining, and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for all mobile equipment
• Ensure operator maintenance and cleanliness standards are communicated and maintained
• Order, receive, track, and return parts and supplies for assigned work
• Coordinate and monitor outsourced service and repairs with approved vendors
• Verify vendor work quality and completion
• Accurately document labor hours, parts used, inspections, and repairs
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company-paid life insurance and voluntary coverage options
• Competitive paid time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Retirement and post-retirement health coverage options
• Employee assistance programs available 24/7
• Wellness, career development, and work-life support resources

What This Job Offers

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