Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic & Lead Technician

City of Dallas; Forest Oaks (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic to provide advanced maintenance, installation, and repair of stationary plant equipment and heavy vehicles. This role requires leadership of other mechanics and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include diagnosing complex issues, directing repairs, managing parts inventory, and performing inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and reliably.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Four (4) years of experience performing preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or heavy plant equipment.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record; must have CDL Class A or B; Texas CDL within probation.
• Texas Vehicle Inspectors License, EPA 609, ASE T-4 and T-5 coursework or exams.

Responsibilities

• Performs, leads, and provides senior level expertise for maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and facilities.
• Repairs on machinery and heavy equipment following manuals and specs; changes belts, oil, filters, greases, and bearings.
• Diagnoses failures, identifies causes, and ensures proper repairs by mechanics; enforces safety and protocols.
• Inspects and tests completed work; assigns work and tracks orders; provides leadership to other mechanics.
• Manages inventory of parts and supplies; places orders and maintains records of purchases and tool usage.
• Demonstrates proper work methods and safety to ensure safe, high-quality repairs.
• Performs state mandated inspections and other assigned tasks.
• Ability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Mechanical systems knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Lead technicians

Reading diagrams/manuals

Communication (oral/written)

Work planning/delegation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma / GED

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Computer diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

The City of Dallas is seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic to provide advanced maintenance, installation, and repair of stationary plant equipment and heavy vehicles. This role requires leadership of other mechanics and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include diagnosing complex issues, directing repairs, managing parts inventory, and performing inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and reliably.