Job Description

Kingfisher Recruiting is working with one of our top clients to source a Lead Diesel Mechanic. This is a great day shift opportunity for someone looking to lead a shop.

1st Shift

Hamtramck

$35-38/hr

OT Available at 1.5 over 40

Full Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Supervise and manage the maintenance and repair of all waste collection and recycling vehicles, equipment, and machinery, ensuring they are operational and compliant with safety regulations.
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and make timely repairs on a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are adhered to, reducing downtime and extending the life of the fleet and equipment.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of mechanics and technicians, ensuring high performance, safety, and skill development.
• Assign tasks, monitor work progress, and provide coaching and corrective action as necessary.
• Ensure that team members follow company procedures, safety protocols, and best practices for equipment maintenance.
• Ensure that all repairs and maintenance activities comply with federal, state, and local safety regulations and industry standards.
• Promote a culture of safety in the workplace, ensuring all team members are trained in safety practices and the proper use of equipment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of vehicles and facilities.
• Respond to and address emergency repair situations as they arise, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Be on-call for after-hours emergency mechanical issues that may impact the ability to operate.

Qualifications

The successful candidate profile includes:

• Commercial Driver's License or Chauffeur's License required
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Previous experience in a waste management or fleet management environment is preferred.
• Understands work orders and labor time standards
• Experience with maintenance to be performed on refuse trucks and heavy machinery
• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certifications are a plus but not required
• Minimum two years experience as a heavy-duty technician
• Must be able to perform basic inspections of the following: brakes, drivetrain, emissions, hydraulics, emissions, transmissions, general engine, steering and suspension

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