Lead Field Mechanic & Equipment Supervisor

Sargent; Old Town (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sargent is seeking an experienced Field Maintenance Foreman to lead a mobile team of field mechanics across New England. You will direct repairs on active jobsites, set priorities, and coordinate with project teams to prevent downtime while balancing safety and quality.

In this field-first leadership role you’ll mentor technicians, participate in hiring decisions, and maintain service records, aiming for fast response and reliable equipment during busy construction cycles across the region.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a heavy equipment or diesel mechanic, with field/mobile service work on hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems.
• 3+ years in a lead mechanic, foreman, or supervisory role.
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel regularly and independently between active jobsites throughout New England.
• Comfort reading technical/service manuals, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Direct field mechanics' daily assignments based on breakdowns and jobsite priorities across the North region.
• Set priorities for field repairs against active project schedules to minimize downtime.
• Inspect and sign off on completed repairs for quality, safety, and compliance.
• Train and mentor field mechanics to raise the team's technical capability.
• Weigh in on hiring and performance decisions for field mechanics, alongside the Equipment Superintendent – North.
• Coordinate with the Shop Foreman – North on field vs shop repairs and with Dispatch on routing.
• Maintain field repair records and service histories, and report performance up the chain.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to oversee repairs and pre-empt issues before breakdowns.
• Coordinate parts needs for field repairs, including stocking of field service trucks.
• Work with OEM and dealer reps on warranty work and technical support.
• Enforce jobsite safety practices and OSHA/DOT compliance.
• Communicate capacity and repair timelines to support regional planning.

Skills

Field leadership

Heavy equipment

Diesel mechanic

Travel readiness

Lifting safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sargent is seeking an experienced Field Maintenance Foreman to lead a mobile team of field mechanics across New England. You will direct repairs on active jobsites, set priorities, and coordinate with project teams to prevent downtime while balancing safety and quality.

In this field-first leadership role you’ll mentor technicians, participate in hiring decisions, and maintain service records, aiming for fast response and reliable equipment during busy construction cycles across the region.