Heavy Duty Equipment Lead Mechanic

Drewlo Holdings; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction equipment company is seeking a Lead Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic to oversee maintenance operations and provide technical support. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in servicing heavy duty equipment. This full-time role offers a salary of $38.00 - $42.00 per hour and includes benefits such as health and dental insurance.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in servicing and repairing heavy duty equipment.
• Ability to repair a wide range of civil construction equipment.
• Willingness to travel daily to assigned sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance and provide hands-on support.
• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Train and mentor mechanics and apprentices.

Skills

Repairing heavy duty equipment

Troubleshooting and technical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completion of secondary school or trade school

Job description

Drewlo Holdings Inc. seeks a Lead Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic to perform the following duties:

• Oversee the daily maintenance operators and provide hands-on support in diagnosing, repairing, and servicing equipment;
• Perform and supervise the inspection, maintenance, and repair of equipment and vehicles;
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment and determine the extent of the repair;
• Repair and replace defective parts, components or systems;
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and ensure it meets manufacturer's specifications;
• Train, mentor, and support mechanics and apprentices to develop their technical skills;
• Assign work orders, monitor progress, and ensure quality control of all repairs and services;
• Participate in routine inspections, audits and equipment evaluations.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of secondary school, or trade school, or vocational program is required;
• 5 years experience in servicing and repairing heavy duty equipment;
• Capable of repairing a wide range of civil construction equipment including excavators, bulldozers, packers, and backhoes;
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong trouble shooting and technical skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices;
• Comply with all workplace policies and procedures;
• Willingness and ability to travel daily to assigned sites throughout Southwestern Ontario (London, Sarnia, Kitchener, Woodstock, St. Thomas);
• Possess a valid driver’s license or willingness and ability to obtain driver’s license in the future;
• Willing to undergo training and/or certification as necessary.

The role is permanent, full-time (44 hours/week) with a salary range of $38.00 - $42.00/hour. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance.