Lead Diesel Technician

Requisition ID: 257007

Locations: Ridgeland

Pay Range: $35.00 - $40.00, depending on experience

Schedule: Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 3:30pm

CDL Preferred but not required

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Full time Teammates are also eligible for:

• Hourly + Weekly Pay
• Paid Time off plus Holidays
• Uniforms provided + Free Cleaning Services
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
• Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
• Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship

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Job Overview

The Lead Vehicle Technician will coordinate technician training, schedule work assignments and manage workflow, complete shop safety, operational audits, manage parts room inventory, replenishment and review, audit repair orders. The Lead will spend a portion of their day repairing, and maintaining all types of customer vehicles, and equipment including routinely performing preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance to ensure efficient vehicle operations to perform job duties independently, with limited supervision; mentor for vehicle technicians, as needed, and will need to provide their own tools.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and clean conditions in all Fleet Maintenance facilities
• Assist with vehicle maintenance in an efficient and cost-effective manner
• Routinely communicates with the management team about any issues or problems requiring attention
• Develop and maintain a cooperative team shop environment through effective oversite of work activities and through partnering with teammates to complete the assigned workload
• Maintain accurate parts inventory, research and resolve all discovered inventory discrepancies and notifies maintenance management when a resolution is not available
• Serve as a mentor for Vehicle Technicians B and C, may perform other duties as assigned
• Perform a complete diesel engine overhaul as necessary to rebuild, and repair drive chain components, automatic brake systems, etc. through an in-depth understanding of the equipment and processes; serve as an auditor to ensure jobs are complete and that all safety standards are maintained
• Balance and manage workloads at multiple locations to ensure that all assets are repaired in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned, including cover employee vacations when needed

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic skills in welding and cutting torch operation
• Basic electrical, mechanical diagnostics, and repair
• Ability to schedule and prioritize daily tasks
• Basic PC knowledge ABS diagnosis and repairs
• Understanding of tire inflation systems
• Knowledge of how to mount and dismount tires
• Ability to obtain CDL within first ninety (90) days of employment
• Power, hand, diagnostic tools
• Operate material handling equipment
• Must be capable of driving company equipment, including class 8 tractors indoor, outdoor and roadside work
• Any weather conditions and environment
• Willingness to work any shift on the 24/7 Service Center, including Nights and, or Weekends as needed
• Must be able to lift, up to 50lbs
• Must be able to stand and walk for shift assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of education beyond high school in college or technical school
• Knowledge acquired through 5-7 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S.E. Certification
• Refrigerant recovery and recycling certificates
• D.O.T. brake and annual inspection certification

Work Environment

Work environment will vary

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.