Fleet Mechanic (Diesel) - Lumber & Concrete

Reports To: Mechanic Shop Supervisor

Department: Concrete Operations

Position Summary

The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of company-owned diesel equipment, with a primary focus on ready-mix concrete mixer trucks. This position also supports maintenance and repair of other fleet vehicles and equipment as needed to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance on diesel-powered mixer trucks, including engines, transmissions, hydraulics, air systems, and braking systems.


• Inspect, adjust, repair, and replace components such as cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, exhaust systems, belts, hoses, alternators, starters, and valves.


• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues and resolve them in a timely and efficient manner.


• Perform preventive maintenance services, including oil changes, lubrication, inspections, and DOT-related checks.


• Repair engine failures and mechanical or electrical malfunctions on trucks, trailers, and other company equipment.


• Fabricate, modify, or weld parts and equipment when necessary.


• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance performed.


• Prepare basic work estimates and communicate repair needs with supervisors.


• Maintain shop tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and operable condition.


• Support repairs on additional company vehicles and equipment outside of mixer trucks as operational needs require.


• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and promote a safe working environment.


• Uphold company policies, standards, and values while contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required


• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic preferred


• Experience working on ready-mix concrete trucks or heavy-duty diesel equipment strongly preferred


• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, and pneumatic systems


• Welding and fabrication skills preferred


• Ability to use diagnostic tools and standard shop equipment

Certificates & Licenses

• Valid driver's license required


• CDL is a plus, but not required

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly


• Work is performed primarily in a heavy equipment maintenance shop and yard environment


• Exposure to noise, vibration, moving mechanical parts, and varying temperatures

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Sorrento Lumber Co., Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable federal and Louisiana state laws.

Benefits Summary

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and well-being:

• Medical Insurance - Three plan options available; employee must elect or decline coverage


• Dental Insurance - Coverage for preventive, basic, and major services


• Vision Insurance - Coverage for exams, frames, lenses, or contacts


• Group Life Insurance - $10,000 Life & AD&D coverage provided at no cost to the employee


• Voluntary Life Insurance - Additional Life & AD&D coverage available


• Disability Insurance - Covers up to 60% of income for covered accident or illness


• Cancer Insurance - Helps offset out-of-pocket medical and non-medical expenses and includes cancer screening benefits


• Accident Insurance - Helps cover costs not paid by health insurance due to covered injuries


• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Available after one (1) year of employment, with enrollment eligibility on the 1st of the month following the one-year anniversary

Drug-Free Workplace

This position is subject to the Company's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sorrento Lumber Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal or Louisiana law.

Employment Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may change or be added as business needs require. Employment with Sorrento Lumber Co., Inc. is at-will and may be terminated at any time by either the employee or the Company.

Hire is contingent on Background Check, Drug and Alcohol Screening, and completion of I-9.