Lead Diesel Mechanic – Fleet Uptime & Mentorship

LRS; New Whiteland (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS is seeking a Lead Mechanic to oversee daily maintenance and repair of fleet equipment, including wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and grinders. You will supervise mechanics, ensure safety, and perform hands-on servicing to keep machines running daily.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, parts replacement, and training as needed, with a focus on uptime and efficiency. Requires 21+ years old and experience in the waste industry is a plus; CDL is a plus.

Qualifications

• Waste industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with routine maintenance operations is required.
• Completion of college or vocational or technical training is a plus.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• A valid CDL driver license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform services, diagnostics, and parts replacement for company fleet.
• Identify problems and come up with viable solutions.
• Service conveyors and various sorting equipment.
• May perform training to the other mechanics; oversees overall performance and makes recommendations to the manager.
• May be responsible for reports and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Overtime eligible

Own tools

Computer tracking software

Maintain clean work environment

Diagnostics

Electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic schems

Manual dexterity

Education

College or vocational/technical training

ASE certifications

Tools

Computer tracking software

Diagnostic tools

Electrical/hydraulic testing tools

Job description

LRS is seeking a Lead Mechanic to oversee daily maintenance and repair of fleet equipment, including wheel loaders, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, and grinders. You will supervise mechanics, ensure safety, and perform hands-on servicing to keep machines running daily.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, parts replacement, and training as needed, with a focus on uptime and efficiency. Requires 21+ years old and experience in the waste industry is a plus; CDL is a plus.