Lead Technician

Kenan Advantage Group; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee the terminal shop's operations. This role involves managing equipment maintenance, supervising staff, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy-duty vehicle repair, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to maintaining high operational standards and supporting a collaborative work environment. If you thrive in a hands-on role and enjoy leading a skilled team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Air brake certification and DOT commercial vehicle inspector certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee terminal shop operations and manage technician staff.
• Utilize fleet maintenance management system and schedule work for technicians.

Skills

Heavy-duty vehicle maintenance

Electrical systems repair

Brake systems repair

Vendor management

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic set of technician tools

Job description

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This position is responsible for the overall operation of the terminal shop. This includes overseeing the repair and maintenance of all equipment for safe operation, managing vendor relationships, updating work orders, and managing on-site staff.

Essential Functions

1. Utilize and update the fleet maintenance management system.
2. Manage local vendor relationships.
3. Oversee all shop operations.
4. Make repairs on electrical systems, brake systems, and other components of the tractor.
5. Supervise technician staff including training of Technician Apprentices.
6. Interview, hire and hold technicians accountable with the assistance of the Director of Maintenance.
7. Utilize Shop Planner to schedule all work for technicians in the shop.
8. Assist other technicians in performing preventive/repair of facilities and equipment to include trucks, tractors, and trailers.
9. Create and complete work order entries.
10. Maintain work order and vehicle maintenance records including adherence to company DVIR and CSA/Roadside Inspection Programs.
11. Conduct all levels of preventive maintenance functions such as regular servicing of vehicles including oil changes, and equipment inspections.
12. Perform electrical diagnostics, repair, and replacement.
13. Lead the physical parts inventory, receiving and proper charge out of parts to work orders.
14. Learn and become proficient utilizing the company’s maintenance software program to create and complete work orders.
15. Inspect equipment for potential repairs and proper operation and perform quality checks of other technician’s and outside vendor’s work.
16. Accurately complete all necessary paperwork for maintenance and repairs.
17. Assist in HM 183 inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5-years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Air brake certification in compliance with FMCSR 396.25.
• Certified as a (DOT) commercial motor vehicle inspector in compliance with FMCSR’s.
• Willing to obtain American Welding Society (AWS) certification.
• EPA 609 certification (Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Repair).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Basic set of technician tools – in accordance with KAG list.
• Become qualified as necessary with appropriate certifications to perform new technology evaluations, diagnosis, and repairs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior management experience.
• Certified Welder Designation.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Anything over 50 pounds, is lifted with assistance.
• Carrying - Occasional - Weight 50 lb.
• Pushing - Occasional - Force 50 lb.
• Hand Grip - Frequent.
• Sitting - Occasional.
• Standing - Frequent.
• Walking - Frequent.
• Climbing - Occasional.
• Stooping - Occasional.
• Kneeling - Occasional.
• Crouching/Squatting - Occasional.
• Reaching - Overhead - Frequent.
• Handling - Constant.
• Vision - Constant.
• Talking - Frequent.