Lead Mechanic – Keep the Fleet Running
Jeannette, PA | $38–$40/hr | 1st Shift
Looking for a mechanic who can turn the wrench and take ownership of the shop.
We’re looking for a Lead Mechanic to keep a fleet of backhoes, excavators, mowers, tractors, trucks and other equipment up and running. You’ll be hands-on with repairs while also helping run the day-to-day operation of the shop.
This is a good fit for a mechanic who knows how to diagnose problems, get repairs handled, and keep equipment moving — without needing someone looking over your shoulder.
What You’ll Do
- Diagnose and repair fleet equipment — hydraulics, brakes, hoses, oil changes, electrical, and general mechanical repairs
- Work on CAT backhoes, excavators, tractors, trucks, mowers and similar equipment
- Handle preventive maintenance and keep service records organized
- Order parts and manage inventory
- Work with outside vendors on larger repairs, warranty work, and specialized service
- Coordinate equipment transportation between locations and vendors
- Provide input on repairs, equipment condition, and maintenance needs
- Help organize and prioritize the shop’s workload
- Respond to occasional emergency breakdowns when equipment goes down
The Job
- You’ll spend most of your time in a 3-bay shop, but this isn’t a sit-behind-the-desk job. Expect to stay hands-on and turn wrenches.
- About 30–40% travel is involved, including local and occasional overnight trips to other locations. Travel and hotels are paid, and you’ll have a Ford F-450 service truck that can go home with you.
- The fleet is primarily lighter construction/grounds equipment — think CAT 415/416 backhoes, CAT 304/305 excavators, tractors, pickup trucks, and diesel/gas mowers.
- Most importantly, the equipment has to work. When something breaks down, you’ll be one of the guys figuring out how to get it back in service.
Schedule & Pay
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- $38–$40/hr
- Paid travel and hotels
- Service truck provided
- Occasional emergency breakdown support
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- 3 weeks PTO
- Paid holidays
What We’re Looking For
- Strong mechanical/diesel background
- Comfortable diagnosing and repairing equipment in the field
- Experience with hydraulics, brakes, electrical, preventative maintenance, etc.
- Comfortable working on construction/ag/grounds equipment
- Able to work independently and make decisions
- Organized enough to handle parts, vendors, repairs and scheduling
- Willing to travel periodically and respond to emergency breakdowns
If you’re the mechanic people call when something is broken and needs to get fixed — this is the kind of role where you can take ownership and make the shop your own.