Senior Fleet Mechanic & Technical Lead

Goodmanson Construction Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Company retirement match

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Goodmanson Construction is seeking a Lead Mechanic with 7 to 10 years of experience to own maintenance and repair across our fleet of automobiles, dump trucks, tractor-trailers, and construction equipment. The role combines hands-on diagnostics with technical leadership in the shop and mentoring of less experienced technicians.

You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and diesel issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support on-site service at job sites.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of mechanic experience, including heavy equipment and fleet maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of air brake systems.
• Strong diagnostic ability across mechanical, electrical, diesel and drivability issues.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment and safe practices.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors on active construction sites.
• Capable of lifting 60+ pounds.
• DOT inspector certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license; CDL Class A preferred or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, diesel engine, and driveline issues across automobiles, dump trucks, tractor-trailers, and construction equipment.
• Repair and maintain snow removal equipment, including truck plows, pushers, and Kage plows.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and pre-return-to-field quality inspections on all fleet and equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to test vehicle and equipment components and troubleshoot root causes.
• Complete fabrication and welding both in the shop and on-site as repairs require.
• Operate a service truck to perform on-site repairs at job sites.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and repair records, including outstanding repair needs.
• Serve as a technical resource for other mechanics; participate in ongoing training, both digital and classroom-based, and help build shop capability over time.
• Work outside normal business hours as workload and seasonal demands require (including snow events)

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel engines

Electrical diagnostics

Problem solving

Shop safety

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Goodmanson Construction is seeking a Lead Mechanic with 7 to 10 years of experience to own maintenance and repair across our fleet of automobiles, dump trucks, tractor-trailers, and construction equipment. The role combines hands-on diagnostics with technical leadership in the shop and mentoring of less experienced technicians.

You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and diesel issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support on-site service at job sites.