Lead Technician - Mechanic

Posted 3 days ago

Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager.

Maintenance Lead Mechanic/Technician provides direction to a group of technicians to ensure that all repairs and maintenance of equipment are performed in compliance with the Company’s safety standards and applicable federal and state regulations. The Maintenance Lead Mechanic/

The technician is responsible for all chassis (diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks) and refuse bodywork, including, but not limited to, hydraulic, electrical, heating, and air conditioning system maintenance and repair. In addition, the Lead Mechanic/Technician diagnoses more complicated repair work; provides coaching on diagnostic techniques to subordinate technicians; performs external repair inspections to ensure all repair work is done in a safe manner;

and schedules the repair work for his or her work group to ensure that all repair and maintenance work is done in a safe and timely manner, reducing lost productivity within the shop.

• Maintenance Lead Mechanic/Technician provides direction to a group of technicians to ensure that all repairs and maintenance of equipment are performed in compliance with the Company’s safety standards and applicable federal and state regulations.
• The Maintenance Lead Mechanic/Technician is responsible for all chassis (diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks) and refuse bodywork, including, but not limited to: hydraulic, electrical, heating, and air conditioning system maintenance and repair.
• In addition, the Lead Mechanic/Technician diagnoses more complicated repair work; provides coaching on diagnostic techniques to subordinate technicians; performs external repair inspections to ensure all repair work is done in a safe manner; and schedules the repair work for his or her work group to ensure that all repair and maintenance work is done in a safe and timely manner, reducing lost productivity within the shop.

• Ability to perform inspections and repairs without supervision in some (not all required) of the following heavy truck, automotive systems:
  Suspensions, Steering, General Engine, Transmissions, Brakes, Electrical, Hydraulics, Drive Train, Diesel Emissions.
• At least 3 years of experience in a role requiring compliance with OSHA Haz Com, OSHA Lock Out Tag Out, and all OSHA fire protection regulations is a plus, but not required.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or lead technician experience is a plus, but not required.
• ASE Heavy Truck Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required.
• Valid Driver’s License.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 3 years of experience as a technician working on heavy-duty trucks.

$34 - $39 hourly

Live Oak Environmental is a waste solutions company founded in Bossier City, LA. With a fleet of modern vehicles and a team of dedicated professionals, we’re committed to providing reliable, efficient, and environmentally conscious waste solutions for years to come. Our success is connected with the vibrant Texas and Louisiana communities we serve; that’s why customer happiness is at the forefront of everything we do.