Master Diesel Mechanic

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee repair diagnostics on more complex matters and provide coaching, where necessary; may be required to road test vehicles to determine necessary repairs.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions on vehicles and equipment, on site and on the road, including: engine chassis repair and maintenance; knowledge of vehicle body control systems, including hydraulics and electrical systems to maintain and repair vehicles in a timely and safe manner; knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems to effectively diagnose and repair complex heating and cooling systems in vehicles in a timely and safe manner.
• Supervise technicians in maintenance shop, including responsibilities as conducting daily shop huddles; fleet walks; coaching/counseling/training all Technician levels on performance/corrective action, when necessary; make hiring/termination decisions in concert with Location Management and/or Human Resources; conduct employee training and performance evaluations; evaluate and make recommendations for merit increase, promotion and job changes, as appropriate. 
  
• Oversee maintenance shop inventory control system to ensure necessary equipment and parts levels are maintained and purchases are within budget. Review and approve expenses that are within scope of approval level; refer larger expenses or major repairs to manager as appropriate. 
  
• Schedules and administers fleet maintenance, assists in troubleshooting complex problems with equipment. Communicates availability of vehicles for service with dispatch, maintenance manager and/or other operations personnel. 
  
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections, track issues and resolution to ensure all work is properly completed in accordance with Company’s safety and compliance procedures and federal and state regulations. 
  
• Provides direction to all Technician levels, and ensures that all repair and maintenance is performed in a safe, efficient and timely manner. 
  
• Works closely with General Manager/Location Manager and or Maintenance Manger providing status of maintenance and budget requirements.  Reviews repair orders. 
  
• Identify training opportunities and, as necessary, document issues and constructively discuss corrective action, as needed, with technician. 
  
• Monitor operational performance and efficiency and take action to redirect activities appropriately. 
  
• Supervises automotive fueling.  May arrange services for building and ground keeping. 
  
• Assists Lower level Technicians with labor work as needed or required. 
  
• May order fuel for all vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work.
•  Performs hands on work activities as requested or required. 
  
• Completes special projects as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair (preferred)
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required (or expected within 3 months of hire)
• State inspection license (if required)
• ASE Certification preferred. Must participate in ASE testing program (expected to have Master Ascent within 6 months of hire)
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and 3+ years of automotive or diesel repair experience required
• 1 year of supervisory experience in a lead technician role, and/or supervisor or other management role requiring thorough knowledge of safe working practices, DOT, OSHA and other federal and state regulations
• Solid aptitude in planning and scheduling maintenance repairs (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)
• Valid driver’s license
• Builds labor relations with unionized employees (if applicable) and addresses and resolves requests and situations
• Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

• The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
• Push and pull objects, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.