Work Leader - Master Mechanic

Skookum•Warner Robins, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a Motivated and Hardworking Work Leader with a Positive/Professional attitude. This role involves performing service, inspections, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of various types of equipment including wheeled vehicles, track vehicles, engineer equipment, power generation, and material handling equipment. The Work Leader will coordinate and prioritize daily maintenance and repair activities, monitor equipment availability and repair timelines, and assign work tasks based on technician skill level and operational priorities. They will also perform inspections and repairs on various vehicle systems, verify work orders for accuracy, serve as a technical advisor for troubleshooting, and conduct final inspections. Additionally, the role includes identifying recurring equipment failures, communicating equipment status, coordinating with supply personnel, understanding technical manuals, ensuring safety compliance, performing major repair jobs, leading safety discussions, performing A/C system maintenance, and assisting management with workload planning. The Work Leader provides day-to-day work direction and technical guidance to assigned personnel but does not perform formal supervisory functions. They will also identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes and support contractual performance standards.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience performing maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of diesel, gasoline, electric, and/or heavy equipment vehicles.
Proven leadership experience mentoring, training, and directing mechanics in a maintenance or fleet operations environment.
Advanced knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, brake, suspension, steering, drivetrain, HVAC, and engine systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and maintenance procedures to diagnose and resolve complex mechanical issues.
Strong understanding of preventive maintenance programs, shop safety practices, quality standards, and work order documentation.
A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
CDL A required.
ASE and MACS certification required.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Responsibilities

Perform service, inspections, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of equipment to include, but not limited to, wheeled vehicles, track vehicles, engineer equipment, power generation, and material handling equipment, propane, natural-gas, electric, gasoline and diesel engine-powered vehicles; light, medium, heavy; and heavy equipment; trailers.
Coordinate and prioritize daily maintenance and repair activities to support mission requirements and contractual performance standards.
Monitor equipment availability, maintenance status, and repair timelines to maximize fleet readiness and support mission requirements.
Assign work tasks based on technician skill level, workload, equipment availability, and operational priorities.
Monitor repair progress and adjust work assignments as necessary to meet production schedules.
Perform inspection and repair on various brake, suspension, wheels, hubs and steering systems, drive-train components and electrical systems, exhaust, hydraulic and engine systems.
Verify work orders, labor entries, repair documentation, and parts usage for accuracy and completeness.
Serve as the primary technical advisor for difficult troubleshooting and repair situations.
Conduct final inspections and operational checks prior to returning equipment to service.
Review completed maintenance actions to ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications, technical manuals, and quality standards.
Accomplish repairs and perform services as outlined in established technical manuals.
Assist in identifying recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability and fleet availability.
Communicate equipment status, repair timelines, and maintenance requirements to management and customers.
Coordinate with supply personnel, vendors, and management to ensure timely procurement of repair parts and materials.
Understand and follow technical manuals, lube orders, wiring and hydraulic schematics to ensure proper diagnosis and repair during non-annual and annual services.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, Air Force, and company safety requirements.
Perform major repair jobs by disassembling and cleaning parts, removal, repair and installation of assemblies, and components.
Lead safety discussions and promote safe maintenance practices throughout the shop.
Perform maintenance and repairs on A/C systems.
Coordinate with Lead mechanic and/or Project Manager regarding the procurement of parts/materials and supplies for ongoing repairs and maintenance.
Maintains clean and safe work areas; ensuring building and shop cleanliness on a routine basis.
Support employee skill development through on-the-job instruction and performance feedback.
Assist management with workload planning, manpower utilization, and process improvement initiatives.
Ensure maintenance actions, inspections, labor hours, and repair documentation are accurately recorded in applicable maintenance management and work order systems.
Provides day-to-day work direction and technical guidance to assigned personnel but does not perform formal supervisory functions such as hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, or compensation decisions.
Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes, shop efficiency, workforce productivity, and equipment reliability through analysis of maintenance trends and recurring failures.
Support achievement of contractual performance standards, vehicle availability objectives, preventive maintenance compliance requirements, and customer service goals.
Act as the maintenance shop lead during periods when supervisory personnel are unavailable.
Monitor equipment availability and maintenance status to support fleet readiness, operational requirements, and contractual performance objectives.
Ensure maintenance actions, inspections, labor hours, and repair documentation are accurately entered and maintained within applicable maintenance management systems.
Support achievement of contractual key performance indicators (KPIs), vehicle availability goals, preventive maintenance schedules, and customer service expectations.
Train, coach, and mentor mechanics and newly assigned personnel on shop safety, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, work order documentation, and technical standard.
All Other Duties as Assigned