Lead Mechanic

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY in New Braunfels, Texas, is seeking a skilled mechanic to inspect and maintain equipment and vehicles. Applicants should have at least 5 years of mechanic experience and possess a Class B CDL with necessary endorsements.

The role includes keeping maintenance records, ordering parts, and ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates must be 21 years or older, be able to perform physical tasks outdoors, and have strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of mechanic experience.
• 21 years of age as required by DOT.
• 2 years of driving experience with a Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment and vehicles.
• Keep maintenance records and order needed supplies.
• Maintain tools and equipment provided by the company.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

CDL – Class B with hazmat endorsement

Job description

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

• Inspect, maintain, and repair or adjust parts on equipment, trucks, and vehicles.
• Keep maintenance records.
• Place orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment repair or services.
• Recommend purchases of new equipment and supplies or outsourcing of repairs.
• Maintain miscellaneous equipment in the yard or at customer sites (e.g., mags, bins, silos, containers, pumps).
• Maintain tools and equipment provided by Austin Powder Company.
• Order and stock parts according to usage records, using designated suppliers.
• Perform or schedule all fleet repairs and maintenance with proper documentation to meet regulatory agency and APC policies.
• Keep the garage and work area clean and organized.
• Report employee, vendor, or equipment issues to the Location Manager.
• Develop and maintain positive work relationships with co‑workers, customers, vendors, and government agencies.
• Display honest and ethical work behaviors in pursuit of APC business goals.
• Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with all regulations and APC policies.
• Maintain all required licenses and/or certifications needed to perform mechanical duties and operate equipment at the location.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 21+ years of age as required by DOT.
• 5 years of mechanic experience.
• 2 years of driving experience with a Class B CDL.
• CDL – Class B with hazardous material (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 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. The employee frequently works outdoors, exposed to dust, noise, oils, greases, and other debris. Duties require walking, standing, sitting, using hands to operate controls, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and talking andp>

Equal Employment Opportunity

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