Automation Mechanical Lead – Servo Winch Systems

SGPS Showrig Inc; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SGPS ShowRig Inc in La Vergne, TN is seeking an Automation Mechanical Supervisor to oversee the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of rental servo winches and related automation equipment. This role supervises Mechanical Technicians, coordinates daily workloads, and ensures equipment meets safety and quality standards while supporting production schedules.

You will mentor technicians, prioritize workloads, and provide hands-on guidance to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant technical education or mechanical certification preferred.
• Previous experience inspecting, testing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment required.
• Experience with servo winches, automation equipment, or related mechanical systems preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting abilities, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, and mechanical maintenance equipment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, train, and work collaboratively with others.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality, accuracy, and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide daily direction to Mechanical Technicians, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.
• Oversee the inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of rental servo winches and related automation equipment.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily work orders to meet equipment readiness requirements and production deadlines.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on assistance in diagnosing and resolving mechanical equipment issues.
• Train, mentor, and support Mechanical Technicians in developing their technical skills and improving overall performance.
• Monitor employee productivity, work quality, and performance, providing coaching and feedback as needed.
• Ensure equipment is properly inspected, serviced, tested, and maintained before being returned to rental inventory or prepared for deployment.
• Identify damaged, defective, or unsafe equipment and ensure it is removed from service until properly repaired.
• Maintain and review accurate records of equipment inspections, testing, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure equipment availability and address operational priorities.
• Monitor workflow, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Provide management with updates on team performance, equipment condition, work progress, and operational concerns.
• Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while promoting a safe and organized work environment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Tool use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education or mechanical certification

Tools

Servo winches

Maintenance tools

Job description

SGPS ShowRig Inc in La Vergne, TN is seeking an Automation Mechanical Supervisor to oversee the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of rental servo winches and related automation equipment. This role supervises Mechanical Technicians, coordinates daily workloads, and ensures equipment meets safety and quality standards while supporting production schedules.

You will mentor technicians, prioritize workloads, and provide hands-on guidance to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.