Shop Lead

Proficient Auto Logistics; Bound Brook (NJ); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Proficient Auto Logistics is seeking a hands-on Shop Lead for the second shift (11am–7:30pm, Mon–Fri) to supervise mechanics, inspect and repair fleet trucks, and ensure roadworthiness and safety across the company fleet.

You will coordinate workflow, assign tasks, document service records, and guide a team to deliver timely maintenance while upholding safety standards and quality, responding to after-hours calls as needed.

Competenze

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering and at least three years of experience as a diesel mechanic.
• ASE Diesel Certification is a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is required.
• CDL License is preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate technicians.

Mansioni

• Assist with supervision and coordination of maintenance activities for fleet vehicles.
• Coordinate workflow and assign tasks to maintain shop efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct regular inspections and diagnostics on vehicles to identify issues and ensure trucks are fully serviced.
• Support fleet driver interactions to ensure high service satisfaction.
• Provide guidance and work assignments to a team of mechanics.
• Schedule trucks for service and handle after-hours calls when needed.
• Perform repairs on trucks including steering, wheel components, transmissions, PTOs, braking and lighting systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain detailed service records.
• Ensure cleanliness of the shop.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Bilingual Spanish/English

Team management

Formazione

Mechanical or Automotive Engineering degree

Strumenti

ASE Diesel Certification

CDL License (preferred)

Descrizione del lavoro

About Proficient Auto Logistics

Job Summary

The Shop Lead is a skilled, hands-on role specializing in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining equipment to always ensure safe operation and roadworthiness of Company Fleet while organizing and guiding a team of mechanics on the second shift from 11am to 7:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the supervision and coordination of maintenance activities for fleet vehicles.
• Coordinate workflow and assign tasks to maintain shop efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct regular inspections and diagnostics on vehicles to identify issues and ensure trucks are fully serviced and all issues have been addressed.
• Support fleet driver interactions to ensure a high level of service satisfaction.
• Provide guidance and work assignments to a team of mechanics.
• Schedule trucks for service and handles after hours calls when needed.
• Perform repairs on trucks such as replacing vehicle steering mechanisms, wheel components, transmissions, PTO’s and braking and lighting systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on fleet and customer trucks and maintains detailed records of serviced tractor and/or trailers.Adhere to an inspection procedure checklist.
• Ensure cleanliness of the Shop.
• All other duties as required.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering and at least three years of experience as a diesel mechanic.
• ASE Diesel Certification is a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is required.
• CDL License is preferred
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate technicians.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment, with long periods of standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting
• Must be physically able to lift up to 75lbs.
• Preferred Industry Experience
• Familiar with fleet maintenance programs, warranty processes and parts inventory management.
• Proven experience in heavy duty truck repair with a solid background in diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Knowledgeable on safety regulations related to truck maintenance is essential.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.