Lead Auto & Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Town of Maiden; Maiden (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Maiden is seeking a municipal mechanic to lead the garage team, oversee preventative maintenance, and manage parts inventory for all town vehicles and equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and braking issues, perform repairs, and fabricate parts as needed.

You will work with shop staff to ensure safety, maintain documentation, and conduct tests to verify repairs, both in the garage and on-site when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma supplemented by automotive/heavy equipment training or equivalent experience.
• Considerable knowledge of methods, tools, parts, and equipment for repair of light and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend service manuals and schematic drawings.
• Ability to operate and repair equipment safely and work in a teamwork-oriented department.

Responsibilities

• Lead the garage; plan, implement, and oversee preventative maintenance and documentation for all vehicles and equipment.
• Procure parts and supplies; manage inventory and obtain vendors at the best price.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and heavy equipment; diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Fabricate specialized parts; weld and assemble components for body work on heavy equipment.
• Operate shop equipment and test devices; document work performed and maintenance history.
• Drive vehicles to test repairs and respond to road sites for on-site repairs when feasible.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical/electrical

Teamwork

Record keeping

Use of tools

Education

High school diploma with automotive/heavy equipment training

Tools

Engine analyzer

Welding equipment

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Town of Maiden is seeking a municipal mechanic to lead the garage team, oversee preventative maintenance, and manage parts inventory for all town vehicles and equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and braking issues, perform repairs, and fabricate parts as needed.

You will work with shop staff to ensure safety, maintain documentation, and conduct tests to verify repairs, both in the garage and on-site when required.