Lead Diesel Mechanic

Saia; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia, a logistics and transportation leader, is looking for a Supervisor of Maintenance to oversee repair and maintenance tasks on trucks and trailers. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, extensive maintenance experience, and the ability to lead mechanics effectively. This role offers competitive hourly pay and a supportive work environment, reflecting Saia's commitment to its employees' success.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of diagnostic software for troubleshooting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises mechanical work on trucks and trailers.
• Instructs mechanics on diagnosis and repair practices.
• Maintains records of repair activities.
• Performs inspections and repairs on trailers.

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic Software

Record Keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one –from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity –from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Supervises and oversees the maintenance and repair tasks on trucks and trailers.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Supervises cross-functional partners on mechanical work on trucks and trailers.
• Instructs mechanics on proper diagnosis of failures and correct repair practices.
• Maintains detailed records of all maintenance and repair activities.
• Performs inspections, services, and repairs on trailers.
• Uses specialized equipment to perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance work.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical issues on trailers and dollies.
• Tracks and maintains service information on all mechanic-related activities.
• Prepares reports on maintenance activities and vehicle and equipment status.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6+ years of maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic software and computerized tools for troubleshooting equipment.

Pay Rate: $30.00 - $34.25 per hour, based on experience

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.