Lead Mechanic / Shop Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for on-site leadership of vehicle and trailer mechanics. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, maintains and installs component parts of vehicles

· Inspects and diagnoses problems on all assigned transit vehicles and equipment

· Services and/or repairs all vehicles

· Coordinates maintenance management scheduling, parts, etc.

· Performs preventative maintenance procedure inspections and repairs to vehicles as needed

· Performs upgrades and/or modifications on coach systems and equipment

· Performs road calls and on-the-road repairs as needed

· Coaches and mentor work of Mechanics

· Maintains a clean and well-organized work area

· Monitors parts inventory

Skills and Knowledge Required:

· Good written and oral communication skills

· Broad understanding of all mechanical systems related to vehicles

· Ability to read, interpret and apply documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

· Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and other mechanical diagrams

· Ability to read and write routine reports, forms, and other documentation or correspondence

· Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, strong attention to details

· Ability to coach others and monitor their work for accuracy and completeness

· Travel requirement (as a percent): <5% for occasional on-the-road repairs

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 or more years progressive experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance of vehicles. Prefer one year experience in a leadership capacity. Prefer Appropriate Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.