Senior Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic & Diagnostic Expert

AmeriTex Pipe & Products; Gunter (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriTex Pipe & Products seeks a Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic to oversee inspection, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of our diesel-powered heavy equipment. You will lead the maintenance team, ensuring reliability, safety, and adherence to records and safety policies.

Responsibilities include directing daily maintenance, mentoring mechanics, and solving complex mechanical/hydraulic issues while ensuring efficient, compliant repairs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years repairing and maintaining heavy equipment (diesel-powered).
• 2+ years in a Lead/Supervisory role overseeing daily maintenance and mentoring staff.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across engines, hydraulics, electrical, powertrain, brakes, steering, and undercarriages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspection, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for assigned heavy equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and assign daily work to the maintenance team.
• Ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and with proper records in place.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Leadership

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Diesel engine knowledge

CMMS experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostic software

Electrical diagrams

Job description

AmeriTex Pipe & Products seeks a Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic to oversee inspection, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of our diesel-powered heavy equipment. You will lead the maintenance team, ensuring reliability, safety, and adherence to records and safety policies.

Responsibilities include directing daily maintenance, mentoring mechanics, and solving complex mechanical/hydraulic issues while ensuring efficient, compliant repairs.