Lead Mechanic

General Purpose:Provide daily team leadership to mechanics, working in tandem with them as needed. Ensure that repairs are completed timely and efficiently with attention to detail and quality. Train and guide mechanics, instructing and advising on maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Communicate work order requirements to shop employees, directing and redirecting activities as needed to successfully manage the daily scheduleMonitor that all repair and maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Verify all jobs are performed to the highest levels of quality and professionalismWork alongside mechanics when appropriate and/or as time allows. Identify root cause of failures/conditions and perform vehicle and preventive maintenance, component replacements, and repairsServe as an escalation point for unusual or difficult situations or repair activitiesAdvise management and other mechanics on shop repairsDiagnose mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computer when applicableInteract with drivers to properly determine nature of complaintAssist team when needed to pull parts being used on jobsCoordinate with the appropriate individual to monitor and control inventory, supplies, and equipment levels; maintain levels as required to assure completion of all work orders without delayReview the daily sheets or electronic records for accuracy of labor and material being charged to jobs and make corrections when neededEnsure completion of or complete work orders and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, maintaining high quality standards in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP’s)Keep management informed of safety, operator, and equipment observations and concernsIdentify opportunities to improve processes and assist in implementing changes or improvementsAid the team to reach performance expectations through training and coaching to continually develop and improve the workforceActively promote adherence to safety procedures and established company policies in generalEnsure inspections and certifications of equipment are conducted as required and work in accordance with all federal, state, and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT)Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area which may include wearing of all required personal protective equipment in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.Maintain advanced knowledge of truck and/or trailer components (brakes, electrical systems, suspensions, structural components, aftertreatment,) and the direct repair and maintenance ofThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as requiredThis is a full-time position