Lead Diesel Mechanic – 3rd Shift

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste Resources LLC in Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a Shop Lead to repair and maintain refuse vehicles and heavy equipment, including diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems. This role requires at least 2 years of experience as a heavy-duty diesel technician, ability to diagnose with electronic tools, and the capacity to lead other maintenance staff while ensuring safety and compliance.

The position includes a 3rd shift and ample uptime improvement opportunities at Priority

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience as a heavy-duty diesel technician; lead or senior-level preferred.
• Experience maintaining refuse trucks, heavy-duty vehicles, and/or heavy equipment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, drivetrain, and emissions.
• Ability to diagnose issues using electronic diagnostic tools and document labor time.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and performs preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel-powered refuse trucks, vehicles, and related equipment.
• Performs engine diagnostics, repair, and maintenance.
• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Scans trucks with diagnostic tools to identify faults and troubleshoot issues.
• Performs welding and fabrication as needed.
• Assists with DOT inspections and ensures vehicles are maintained in a safe and compliant condition.
• Directs and assists other maintenance employees with work orders and troubleshooting.
• Promotes a safe, clean, and organized maintenance shop and ensures safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Heavy-duty diesel tech

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Welding

Team leadership

Tools

Electronic diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Service manuals

Job description

Priority Waste Resources LLC in Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a Shop Lead to repair and maintain refuse vehicles and heavy equipment, including diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems. This role requires at least 2 years of experience as a heavy-duty diesel technician, ability to diagnose with electronic tools, and the capacity to lead other maintenance staff while ensuring safety and compliance.

The position includes a 3rd shift and ample uptime improvement opportunities at Priority