Senior Power Equipment Mechanic & Lead Technician

Amador County; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Amador County in Jackson, California seeks an advanced Power Equipment Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, overhaul and repair gasoline and diesel equipment, and to provide lead direction for staff.

You will work with graders, dozers, trucks, and backhoes, perform engine tune-ups, brake work, and electrical repairs, and you will train others while maintaining safety and records. This role requires proven expertise, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of testing, adjustment, repair and overhaul of gas and diesel equipment.
• Theory and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Safety regulations and preventive maintenance.
• Lead direction and training principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide lead direction and training for shop staff.
• Supervise equipment shop operations.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects.
• Estimate repair costs and order parts.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ensure shop safety practices.

Skills

Lead direction

Diagnose defects

Tool operation

Heavy equipment repair

Estimate time/materials

Operate machinery

Fabricate tools

Record keeping

Two years experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Amador County in Jackson, California seeks an advanced Power Equipment Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, overhaul and repair gasoline and diesel equipment, and to provide lead direction for staff.

You will work with graders, dozers, trucks, and backhoes, perform engine tune-ups, brake work, and electrical repairs, and you will train others while maintaining safety and records. This role requires proven expertise, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality.