Fleet Maintenance Lead: Diesel & Heavy Equipment

COR Disposal & Recycling; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Safety equipment provided

Vision insurance

Job summary

COR Disposal & Recycling is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Lead to supervise the maintenance of our fleet, supervise technicians, and ensure safe, reliable operation of trucks and heavy equipment. You will lead diagnostics and repairs while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will mentor technicians, manage work orders, and coordinate with vendors to keep parts flowing and downtime minimal. The role demands strong leadership and a dedication to COR's sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on fleet maintenance experience in a related industry.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and OSHA safety standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication with technicians, managers, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on trucks, compactors, and heavy equipment with emphasis on diesel engines.
• Assign and prioritize daily work orders, manage shop capacity, and meet deadlines.
• Provide hands-on guidance and mentorship to technicians to ensure quality workmanship.
• Ensure safety, quality, and DOT/OSHA compliance across all shop activities.
• Support maintenance planning, preventive maintenance, and parts inventory management.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diagnostics

Leadership

Communication

DOT/OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Diesel engines

Job description

COR Disposal & Recycling is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Lead to supervise the maintenance of our fleet, supervise technicians, and ensure safe, reliable operation of trucks and heavy equipment. You will lead diagnostics and repairs while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will mentor technicians, manage work orders, and coordinate with vendors to keep parts flowing and downtime minimal. The role demands strong leadership and a dedication to COR's sustainability goals.