We are seeking an experienced Shop Mechanic Lead to join our Equipment team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing equipment issues, as well as performing preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance. As a key member of our Equipment division, the Mechanic will work closely with other departments and stakeholders to ensure the efficient and effective use of company resources.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on company equipment, including heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues, and develop solutions to resolve them
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to apprentice and junior mechanics, helping develop diagnostic, repair, and preventative maintenance skills while promoting safe and efficient work practices
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime
• Ensure that all equipment-related activities are carried out in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Manage relationships with vendors and equipment manufacturers, negotiating contracts and resolving any issues in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain equipment-related reports and metrics, and communicate equipment-related information to stakeholders
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements in equipment maintenance and repair
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in equipment maintenance and repair, preferably in a construction setting
• Strong technical skills, with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment issues
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities, with experience training or developing less experienced technicians or mechanics preferred
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Experience using equipment maintenance or repair software preferred
• A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)