Lead Diesel Shop Mechanic and Team Leader

SST Direct; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is recruiting a Shop Foreman/Lead Diesel Mechanic for an on-site role in Indianapolis, IN. You will oversee shop operations, coordinate maintenance, and mentor a team of Diesel Technicians to meet uptime targets.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of fleet/mechanical experience, DOT certification, and a valid driver’s license. Expect a direct hire with a Monday–Friday schedule and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical experience in fleet or equipment environments.
• DOT certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.
• Experience sourcing parts and managing vendor relationships.
• Experience scheduling and managing shop workflow.
• Fleet, construction, or landscaping equipment experience preferred.
• CMMS or maintenance software experience preferred.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, and troubleshooting across fleet and equipment.
• Lead by example in the shop, setting the standard for workmanship, urgency, and accountability.
• Train and develop technicians through hands-on coaching and real-time problem solving.
• Manage shop workflow to ensure efficient movement of assets from intake through return to service.
• Assign and manage work orders, ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation.
• Maintain 95%+ fleet uptime by proactively addressing issues and minimizing downtime.
• Execute preventative maintenance programs to achieve 100% compliance.
• Ensure no asset remains idle in the shop for more than 48 hours without documented cause.
• Serve as the final quality control checkpoint before assets are returned to service.
• Maintain accurate inventory of parts, tools, and consumables while preventing shortages.
• Source parts, manage vendor relationships, and submit purchase order requests in alignment with company standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment.
• Support field crews and operations teams by ensuring equipment is fully operational and ready for use.
• Provide proactive communication regarding equipment status, repair timelines, and operational risks.
• Operate with urgency and decisiveness to minimize downtime and accelerate repair turnaround.
• Perform DOT inspections and ensure compliance across the fleet.
• Provide daily updates to leadership regarding equipment status, downtime risks, and overall shop performance.
• Hold technicians accountable for productivity, repair quality, and documentation standards
• Support seasonal readiness efforts for both lawn and snow operations

Skills

Leadership

Diagnostics

Diesel systems

DOT compliance

Mentoring

Organization

Communication

Workflow mgmt

Safety

Maintenance planning

Education

DOT certification

Driver's license

CDL

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is recruiting a Shop Foreman/Lead Diesel Mechanic for an on-site role in Indianapolis, IN. You will oversee shop operations, coordinate maintenance, and mentor a team of Diesel Technicians to meet uptime targets.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of fleet/mechanical experience, DOT certification, and a valid driver’s license. Expect a direct hire with a Monday–Friday schedule and competitive hourly pay.