Mobile Shop Team Lead

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.

Experience:

• 5 years of heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Exposure to various equipment, including trucks, cranes, backhoes, roofing kettles, etc.
• Experience with heavy equipment such as:
• Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Volvo machinery
• D10 and D11 dozers
• Large wheel loaders (988, 992, Komatsu WA800)
• 773 haul trucks
• Skid steers, excavators, engine-driven pumps, service trucks
• Friction/hydraulic gantry cranes and warehouse bridge cranes

Responsibilities:

• Perform all levels of repair and preventive maintenance on dock and facility heavy equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic problems, providing repair recommendations.
• Use brand-specific diagnostic software tools for troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with no supervision.
• Troubleshoot and repair machines correctly the first time to eliminate rework.
• Test and verify correct operation of all repairs and adjustments.
• Make critical adjustments as required to various parts, components, and systems.
• Complete all necessary documentation and follow up in a timely manner.
• Perform routine inspections on assigned equipment and report deficiencies.
• Accurately document maintenance inspections and safety-related reports.
• Participate in and successfully complete required training and related testing.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Must be willing to work overtime and be available for after-hours calls as needed.

Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to effectively use company software.
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, service and parts literature, and technical bulletins.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced mechanical knowledge, including electrical, internal combustion engines, and hydraulics.
• Advanced knowledge of hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools, and diagnostic software.
• Advanced knowledge of computer-based diagnostics, including Vision Link, My Komatsu, and Cat programs.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work within tight deadlines.
• Ability to solve equipment repair problems and work with minimal supervision.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license; Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A preferred.
• Ability to attain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Successful completion of background check.
• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test).
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work at protected heights up to 130 feet.
• Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders and stairs, and negotiate uneven/moving surfaces.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Perform work in dusty environments and all types of temperature/weather conditions.
• Ability to work Mon-Fri (5 AM - 2 PM) with flexibility to adjust as needed.
• Willing to work 1st or 2nd shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Full personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times.
• Exposure to excessive noise, dust, and heights.
• Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,400.00 - $83,200.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Davant, LA 70082 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Davant, LA 70082: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,400 - $83,200