Diesel Maintenance Tech: Hydraulic & Electrical Expert

Clear Destination Inc.; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Disability & 401(k)

Job summary

Savage is hiring a Maintenance Technician for its Lake Charles, LA facility. The role focuses on preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet equipment, with responsibilities spanning mechanical work, record-keeping in CMMS, and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have mobile equipment or diesel mechanic experience, strong English communication, and a proactive approach to maintenance tasks. On-call availability and adherence to safety standards are required.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems.
• Ability to read and follow written/verbal instructions in English.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Willingness to perform substantial preventive maintenance.
• Must meet refinery standards for entering plant (criminal history, drug/alcohol screen, TWIC).
• Knowledge of CMMS usage is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor/major repairs and preventive maintenance on pickups, mobile equipment, tractors and trailers at Lake Charles, LA.
• Assist with other facility mechanical repairs as needed.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and parts inventory.
• Use CMMS for maintenance records and organization.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety rules.
• Assist with writing and revising maintenance procedures.
• Support other areas as directed by Maintenance Supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Independence

On-call readiness

Safety consciousness

Problem-solving

Welding experience

Attention to detail

Education

Mobile equipment/diesel mechanic experience

Certifications preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Savage is hiring a Maintenance Technician for its Lake Charles, LA facility. The role focuses on preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet equipment, with responsibilities spanning mechanical work, record-keeping in CMMS, and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have mobile equipment or diesel mechanic experience, strong English communication, and a proactive approach to maintenance tasks. On-call availability and adherence to safety standards are required.