Fleet Lead Mechanic — Trucks & Trailers Maintenance

AmeriCars Transportation Inc; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriCars Transportation Inc. in Aurora, IL is seeking a Lead Mechanic to oversee maintenance and repair of trucks, trailers, and related equipment used in open deck transportation.

This full-time, on-site role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, planning preventive maintenance, keeping accurate service records, mentoring other mechanics, and coordinating with operations to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and cost-efficient.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining commercial trucks and trailers in open deck operations.
• Strong troubleshooting across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and braking systems.
• DOT and safety regulatory knowledge for fleet operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment used in open deck transportation.
• Plan preventive maintenance schedules and maintain service records.
• Coordinate with operations to minimize downtime.
• Mentor other mechanics and monitor inventory; suggest maintenance improvements.
• Collaborate with dispatch and management to keep fleet safe and cost-efficient.

Skills

Maintenance & Repair

Preventive Maintenance

Heavy Equipment

Troubleshooting

Diesel/Auto Cert

DOT & Safety Knowledge

Manuals & Schematics

Organizational Skills

Mentoring

Aurora IL On-site

Job description

AmeriCars Transportation Inc. in Aurora, IL is seeking a Lead Mechanic to oversee maintenance and repair of trucks, trailers, and related equipment used in open deck transportation.

This full-time, on-site role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, planning preventive maintenance, keeping accurate service records, mentoring other mechanics, and coordinating with operations to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and cost-efficient.