Shop Lead

Ballard Marine Construction; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Marine Construction in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Shop Lead to manage maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for company vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment. You will coordinate preventative maintenance, inspections, and DOT compliance activities to ensure safe, reliable operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work with field teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing vehicles, heavy equipment, or marine gear.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance and preventative maintenance practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on company vehicles and equipment.
• Lead DOT compliance activities, inspections, and training records.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and inventory to maximize uptime.
• Maintain shop and yard organization and safety standards.
• Communicate status and priorities to leadership and field teams.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Communication skills

Written and verbal

Team-oriented

Analytical skills

Adapt to fast-paced

Active listening

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Education

Highschool Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

DOT Medical Card preferred

CDL preferred (will hire non-CDL)

Forklift/telehandler/pallet jack cert preferred

Man-lift/Aerial platform cert preferred

First Aid/CPR/AED cert preferred

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Ballard Marine Construction

Shop Lead 1804-356

WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard? It's simple. You get to work on amazing technical projects with likeminded team members. The Ballard culture is second to none, and because of that we are incredibly protective and particular on who we invite onto the team. We have a unique culture of true excellence; we hold each other accountable from our newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders. You will always go to work knowing that everyone you are working with cares as much as you do and is working hard to reach common goals. You will get out of it what you put into it. Ballard is an amazing place to work and if what we've said resonates with you, you just might be right for us!

Job Summary:

The Shop Lead supports the maintenance, repair, inspection, and operational readiness of company vehicles, trailers, tools, and equipment. This role serves as the lead technical resource for shop operations by coordinating preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, DOT compliance activities, and equipment inspections to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and compliant with OSHA, DOT, and company standards. The Shop Lead also supports shop organization, safe work practices, and equipment uptime in coordination with division leadership and field teams.

Ideal Candidate:

Core Attributes:

• Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can; or will.
• Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
• Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to win.
• Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
• Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first "look in the mirror" before we "look out the window". We ask "what could I have done differently?" and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. "Me first" belongs here.

Education:

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• DOT Medical Card preferred
• CDL is preferred. Will hire non-CDL but must be willing to get CDL in 6 months after hire
• Valid Forklift/telehandler/pallet jack certification preferred
• Valid Man-lift/Aerial platform certification preferred
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification preferred, employer will provide training within 6 months of hiring or recertification as needed

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing vehicles, heavy equipment, diesel equipment, or small engine/marine equipment preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT compliance, preventative maintenance practices, and equipment inspection requirements.
• Experience performing maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles, trailers, and construction equipment.
• Familiarity with low-voltage electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience using equipment maintenance or fleet management software preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose equipment issues and prioritize repairs effectively.

Skills:

• Able to operate various heavy equipment properly and safely
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand instructions, written and verbal
• Driven to develop and maintain positive, cooperative, and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and craft labor
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Active listening skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on company vehicles, trailers, heavy equipment, diving equipment, and other gas/diesel-powered equipment in both shop and field environments.
• Conduct hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, diesel, and mechanical repairs on generators, compressors, forklifts, work trucks, outboards, and related equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Lead and support local DOT compliance activities, including vehicle and driver compliance, annual DOT inspections, driver evaluations, employee training, and maintenance of required records and certifications.
• Coordinate routine inspections, preventative maintenance schedules, equipment servicing, and inventory tracking to maximize fleet reliability and minimize downtime.
• Maintain shop, yard, and service truck cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency while promoting safe work practices and compliance with lock out/tag out procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the division's lead technical resource for equipment maintenance and repair needs, proactively communicating equipment status, repair priorities, and operational concerns to leadership and field teams.
• Support and uphold company safety, quality, and equipment standards to ensure fleet and project equipment meet DOT and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Maintain a clean driving record; CDL and current DOT medical card preferred

Physical Demands Working Environment:

• Will travel in limited fashion to support the Western Region Operations
• Work is performed in the field and in all-weather condition
• Regular lifting, stooping, bending, crawling, grasping, pinching, walking, standing
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and move/manipulate 20 lbs. unassisted

Benefits:

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, STD, PTO, 401K Plan with employer match, paid holidays, and so much more!!

Salary Range:

• $28 - $35/hr.
• Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

EEO Statement:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affianate Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

Bradenton, Florida, United States

Full-Time/Regular

PI286166603