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Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic

$35 - $45 per hour
Full-time

SST Direct

DIRECT HIRE: The Shop Manager / Lead Mechanic is a hands-on leadership role responsible for executing high-performance fleet and equipment operations while performing advanced diagnostics and repairs that directly support field production.

Working Location: Onsite, Indianapolis, IN.
Pay Range: $35hr - $45hr
Shift: M - F
Benefits: Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Retirement plan

Responsibilities: 
  • Perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, and troubleshooting across fleet and equipment
  • Lead by example in the shop, setting the standard for workmanship, urgency, and accountability
  • Train and develop technicians through hands-on coaching and real-time problem solving
  • Own shop workflow, ensuring efficient movement of assets from intake through return to service
  • Assign and manage work orders, ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation
  • Maintain 95%+ fleet uptime by proactively addressing issues and eliminating downtime
  • Execute preventative maintenance to achieve 100% compliance
  • Ensure no asset remains idle in the shop for more than 48 hours without documented cause
  • Serve as final quality control checkpoint before any asset is returned to service
  • Maintain accurate inventory of parts, tools, and consumables while preventing shortages
  • Source parts, manage vendors, and submit purchase order requests in alignment with company standards
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and highly organized shop environment
  • Take ownership of the internal customer (field crews and operations team), ensuring equipment is ready to perform at all times
  • Provide proactive and consistent communication on equipment status, repair timelines, and risks
  • Operate with urgency and decisiveness to minimize downtime and accelerate repair turnaround
  • Perform DOT inspections as required, ensuring full compliance across the fleet
  • Provide daily visibility to leadership on equipment status, downtime risks, and shop performance
  • Hold technicians accountable to productivity, repair quality, and documentation standards
  • Support seasonal readiness execution for both lawn and snow operations
Skills:
  • Strong leadership and ability to lead by example in a hands-on environment
  • Advanced mechanical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills
  • Knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems
  • Strong understanding of DOT compliance requirements
  • Ability to train and develop technicians
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage shop workflow and prioritize effectively
  • Strong communication and transparency with operations leadership
  • Process-driven mindset with commitment to systems and execution
Education/Experience:
  • 5+ years of mechanical experience in fleet or equipment environments
  • Experience leading or training technicians preferred
  • DOT certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days
  • Experience sourcing parts and managing vendor relationships
  • Experience scheduling and managing shop workflow
  • Fleet, construction, or landscaping equipment experience preferred
  • CMMS or maintenance software experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • CDL preferred
  • Welding and fabrication experience preferred
Physical Requirements: 
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments
  • Ability to safely operate equipment and tools
  • Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons . 
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Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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