Lead Shop Mechanic

Job Description

Job Overview

A client of Insight Global is seeking a Lead Shop Mechanic to oversee daily shop operations and support the maintenance and repair of a large fleet of excavation equipment. This individual will play a key leadership role, ensuring equipment reliability, managing shop personnel, and maintaining efficient workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a shop team of 3 mechanics, providing guidance and oversight

• Oversee maintenance and repair for a fleet of ~120 pieces of equipment (primarily John Deere and Kenworth)

• Perform and ensure completion of DOT inspections

• Conduct routine equipment inspections and implement preventative maintenance plans

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system issues

• Utilize software diagnostic tools to troubleshoot equipment

• Coordinate and execute service calls as needed

• Develop equipment repair schedules and lookahead plans

• Order parts and manage inventory of shop supplies

• Ensure shop organization, safety, and operational efficiency

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Skills and Requirements

• Strong experience working with heavy equipment, heavy-duty trucks, and medium-duty pickups

• Proven experience performing DOT inspections

• Proficiency in software-based diagnostics

• Strong electrical and hydraulic system diagnostic skills

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience within a shop environment

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting