Shop Technician

Taylor Sudden Service Inc.; Champagné-les-Marais; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudden Service INC. is seeking a Lead Mechanic/Supervisor to oversee a maintenance team and coordinate repairs for a fleet of vehicles and equipment. The role requires hands-on mechanical expertise, strong supervisory skills, and a focus on timely, cost-effective project delivery.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair gasoline and diesel engines, coordinate parts and scheduling, and ensure adherence to safety standards while supporting shop operations.

Qualifications

• Attendance at a vocational school in auto mechanics or equivalent experience.
• Experience with large trucks and forklifts is a plus.
• Experience as Lead Mechanic or supervisor is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises mechanics to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.
• Oversees preventive maintenance personnel for large fleet assets.
• Plans and coordinates major repair projects with time and material estimates.
• Maintains repair records and coordinates parts orders.
• Ensures safety standards and conducts inspections of equipment.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Welding

Customer service

Office software

Education

Vocational auto mechanics training

Tools

Shop tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Sudden Service INC. Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equipment designed, manufactured, and marketed by Taylor Machine Works, Inc. Backed by a network of parts and service centers, nationwide dealer support organizations, and factory-trained service technicians; SSI is committed to providing the best parts and service support in the industry. We offer training schools for our service technicians on a regular basis, ensuring the best possible service to Taylor Machine Works’ customers. Sudden Service, INC (SSI) is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.

Sudden Service INC. Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equipment designed, manufactured, and marketed by Taylor Machine Works, Inc. Backed by a network of parts and service centers, nationwide dealer support organizations, and factory-trained service technicians; SSI is committed to providing the best parts and service support in the industry. We offer training schools for our service technicians on a regular basis, ensuring the best possible service to Taylor Machine Works’ customers. Sudden Service, INC (SSI) is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervises mechanics to ensure projects are effectively completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Supervises all preventive maintenance personnel responsible for working on US Pipe Fleet.
• Reports information gathered during shift to Shop Foreman and/or next Shift Leaderman, i.e. relays information on repairs needed and parts to be ordered.
• Work closely with US Pipe personnel to ensure their equipment issues are addressed.
• Inspects automobiles, trucks, and equipment to determine the extent of repairs.
• Plans and coordinates large repair projects, estimating time and material needed for work.
• Performs repairs on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines as needed.
• Serves as contact person for scheduling maintenance and coordinating repairs on customers equipment.
• Operates equipment to troubleshoot and test equipment as needed.
• Maintains records of all maintenance performed.
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining Garage area as needed.
• Assists mechanics and performs other duties as directed.
• Understands and adheres to all safety standards.
• Other related duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Be knowledgeable with:
  • The methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in vehicle maintenance and repair.
  • Various mechanical systems of gasoline and diesel engines.
  • Various electrical systems of gasoline and diesel engines.
  • Standard practices, tools, and equipment of the automotive and equipment mechanical trade.
  • Principles and practices of gasoline and diesel engine repairs and maintenance.
  • Fabricate and welding ability.
  • Familiarity with a variety of hand and powered shop tools
  • Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
  • Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly and concisely bother verbally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and others with whom he will have contact.
  • Work in the absence of supervision and have the ability to supervise mechanics of a lesser level of experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
  • Ability to work independently.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Attendance at a vocational school in auto mechanics and background experience working as an auto mechanic. Sufficient experience may be substituted for vocational school attendance.
• Experience with repairs of large trucks and/or forklifts a plus.
• Experience as a Lead Mechanic or supervisor would be a plus though not essential.