Heavy Equipment Maintenance supervisor

External SA Recycling; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + performance-

Health, Dental & Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Uniforms & PPE provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

External SA Recycling in Phenix City, AL is seeking a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance for heavy diesel-powered mobile equipment and a scrap processing fleet. You will supervise mechanics, oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure uptime while controlling costs.

The role requires strong diagnostics skills, hydraulics, electrical, and welding knowledge, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in heavy diesel-powered mobile equipment maintenance
• 2+ years in supervisory or management capacity
• Experience in scrap metal recycling, waste management, heavy construction, or mining preferred
• Technical knowledge: hydraulics, diesel engines, powertrains, welding, electrical diagnostics
• Must be physically fit for outdoor work and able to lift/climb
• Willingness to pass drug screen, physical, and background checks
• Vocational/Technical degree in Diesel Technology or Mechanical Systems highly desired

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnostics, repair, service and maintenance for heavy diesel mobile equipment, trucks, and scrap processing fleet
• Manage a team of heavy equipment mechanics; ensure maximum fleet uptime
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance; maintain CMMS records
• Coordinate with yard General Manager to minimize downtime and align maintenance with production needs
• Procure spare parts, manage inventory levels, and oversee local contractor contracts
• Monitor and manage department budget to optimize asset lifecycles
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT standards
• Promote safe shop practices and PPE usage

Skills

Heavy diesel maintenance

Team leadership

Diagnostics & electrical

Budget management

CMMS usage

Education

Vocational/Technical degree in Diesel Technology or Mechanical Systems

Tools

CMMS

Welding equipment

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

We are seeking a high-performing Heavy Equipment Maintenance supervisor r for our Phenix City, AL facility. In this role, you will lead the localized strategy, scheduling, and execution of all diagnostics, repair, service, and maintenance activities for our heavy diesel-powered mobile equipment, trucks, and scrap processing fleet. You will manage a team of heavy equipment mechanics to ensure maximum fleet uptime, tight budget control, and full compliance with industrial safety and environmental laws.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet & Asset Maintenance

• Heavy Equipment Oversight: Manage all preventive and corrective maintenance for heavy mobile assets including material handlers, loaders, forklifts, bobcats, track shears, and commercial trucks/trailers.
• Diagnostics & Major Systems: Oversee complex electrical, hydraulic, diesel engine, powertrain, and brake system troubleshooting and overhauls.
• CMMS Mastery: Establish and maintain an electronic Computerized Maintenance Management System to track work orders, parts inventory, and equipment maintenance history.
• Operational Alignment: Partner with the yard General Manager to schedule routine and emergency maintenance to minimize production downtime.

Safety, Compliance, & Environment

• Standards Enforcement: Strictly adhere to and enforce all SA Recycling Health, Safety, and Environmental practices.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all machinery and operations meet OSHA, EPA, and DOT standards.
• Safe Shop Culture: Lead regular safety briefings, maintain a clean, orderly shop workspace, and audit proper tool/PPE usage.

Team Leadership & Operations

• Team Supervision: Schedule, monitor, and coach heavy mobile equipment mechanics and maintenance helpers.
• Vendor & Parts Control: Manage the procurement of critical spare parts, optimize warehouse inventory levels, and handle local third-party contractor contracts.
• Budget Accountability: Complete and track the local department maintenance budget, managing costs effectively to maximize asset lifecycles.

Position Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in heavy diesel-powered mobile equipment and truck maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Industry Background: Prior experience in scrap metal recycling, waste management, heavy construction, or mining environments is strongly preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Strong technical knowledge of mobile hydraulics, diesel engines, heavy powertrains, welding/fabrication, and electrical diagnostics.
• Physical Fitness: Must be physically fit to work outside in varied weather conditions. Ability to lift, climb ladders, and safely navigate an active scrap yard terrain.
• Background Check: Must be willing to complete and successfully pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Education: Vocational/Technical degree in Diesel Technology or Mechanical Systems is highly desired; equivalent field experience accepted.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses.
• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision care options).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company Match.
• Company-provided uniforms and specialized safety PPE.
• Career growth and promotion opportunities from within a market-leading company

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedure

*PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.