Lead Mechanic

Austin Norge AS; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Norge AS in New Braunfels, TX, is seeking a Lead Mechanic to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on equipment and vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years mechanic experience and a Class B CDL, with hazmat and tanker endorsements preferred. You will be responsible for keeping maintenance records, ordering parts, and ensuring a safe working environment.

Join our team and enjoy great benefits and a supportive work culture!

Qualifications

• 5 years mechanic experience required.
• 2 years driving experience with a Class B CDL.
• CDL - Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment, trucks, and vehicles.
• Keep maintenance records and order necessary parts.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Ability to solve practical problems

Effective communication

Ability to interpret safety rules

Education

High school or equivalent (GED)

Job description

## Lead MechanicApplylocations: New Braunfels TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100037**Join the Family** - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.**Key Responsibilities and Duties*** Inspects, maintains and repairs or adjusts parts on equipment, trucks and vehicles.* Keeps maintenance records.* Places orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment repair or services.* Recommends purchases of new equipment and supplies or outsourcing of repairs.* Maintain miscellaneous equipment in the yard or at customer sites (i.e., mags, bins, silos, containers, pumps, etc.).* Maintains tools and equipment provided by Austin Powder Company.* Orders and stock parts according to usage records, using designated suppliers.* Performs or schedules all fleet repairs and maintenance with proper documentation to meet regulatory agency and APC policies.* Keeps garage and work area clean and organized.* Reports employee, vendor or equipment issues to Location Manager.* Develops and maintains positive work relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, and government agencies.* Displays work behaviors that are honest and ethical in pursuit of APC business goals.* Maintains a safe working environment in compliance with all regulations and APC policies.* Completes and maintains a safe working environment in compliance with all regulations and APC policies.* Maintains all required licenses and/or certifications needed to perform mechanical duties and operate equipment at the location.* Other duties as assigned.***Education and Experience**** High school or equivalent (GED) degree* 21+ years of age as required by DOT.* 5 years mechanic experience* 2 years driving experience with a Class B CDL* CDL - Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement, preferred***Skills and Knowledge**** Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to identify products by sight.* Ability to speak effectively with employees and customers.***Work Environment***The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.* Outdoor climate and terrain. Exposure to dust, noise, oils, greases, and other debris.* While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is also required to stand; sit; use hands to operate controls, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.**Austin Powder** is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.