Lead Heavy Equipment Shop Supervisor

southlandholdings; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southland Holdings is seeking a seasoned Heavy Equipment Shop Supervisor to lead the Burleson, TX maintenance shop for our active construction projects. You will oversee a team of mechanics and technicians, drive preventive maintenance, and ensure timely repairs while maintaining safety and OSHA compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on troubleshooting, and the ability to coordinate with project stakeholders to optimize equipment readiness and uptime in a demanding field

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; diesel/heavy equipment mechanics certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience on heavy equipment, with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy equipment brands.
• Experience managing shop operations, scheduling, and technician workloads.
• Familiarity with fleet maintenance software and work order systems.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule daily shop activities for mechanics and technicians.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and rebuild work on heavy equipment.
• Manage shop workflow to maximize fleet availability for active job sites.
• Enforce OSHA safety policies and procedures in the shop environment.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate shop personnel; assist in hiring of new technicians.
• Coordinate with project superintendents and equipment managers to prioritize repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

CDL a plus

Education

High school diploma

Diesel/heavy equipment technician certification

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Work order systems

Job description

Southland Holdings is seeking a seasoned Heavy Equipment Shop Supervisor to lead the Burleson, TX maintenance shop for our active construction projects. You will oversee a team of mechanics and technicians, drive preventive maintenance, and ensure timely repairs while maintaining safety and OSHA compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on troubleshooting, and the ability to coordinate with project stakeholders to optimize equipment readiness and uptime in a demanding field