Lead Diesel Mechanic

LiquidPower Specialty Products Inc. (LSPI) is the global leader in the science of drag reduction. In 2014 LSPI was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, having previously been a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips 66. LSPI provides flow improver solutions, delivering strategic value to its customers by maximizing the flow potential of pipelines while increasing their operational flexibility, capacity and economic performance. LSPI works with companies in more than 35 countries to solve pipeline flow needs, treating more than 12 million barrels of hydrocarbon liquids a day and providing customers with a total package solution that includes flow improver products and the right injection equipment. LSPI leading brands are LiquidPower™, ExtremePower® and RefinedPower™. 

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Summary: 

The Lead Diesel Mechanic will provide maintenance support and direction to the Wisconsin terminal. Direct and supervise LSPT Maintenance Technicians and third-party maintenance shops to ensure maintenance activities are completed according to shop schedule. Perform maintenance activities as needed/required. Work under the direction of the Fleet Maintenance Manager to ensure LSPT equipment is properly maintained and operating safely. This position is a safety sensitive position. 

Responsibilities: 

• Ensure maintenance and non-maintenance activities for assigned terminals and locations are completed according to the shop schedule


• Inspect work performed by LSPT Maintenance Technicians and third-party maintenance shops to ensure work is performed according to LSPT procedures and provide feedback regarding deficiencies, if applicable


• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all company equipment as needed/required


• Complete preventive maintenance on all equipment and prove trailers as scheduled


• Maintain maintenance logs according to requirements


• Complete all work in a safe, effective, and timely manner consistent with company safety policies and performance standards


• Effectively train assigned technicians and third-party maintenance personnel


• Other duties as required by direct supervisor or other terminal management.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficient with PC and Windows operating systems


• Proficient using Cummins Insite, Bendix, Meritor, or equivalent diagnostic software


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Proficient using Paccar ESA, DAVIE4, or similar diagnostic equipment


• Welding experience

Education & Experience:

• 3+ years direct, hands-on experience working on tank trailers, van trailers, flatbed trailers and all related parts, systems, etc.


• Associate degree in Automotive Technology or related field or high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years direct, hands-on experience as a commercial Class 8 tractor mechanic.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Current CDL with tanker and hazardous materials endorsements

Physical Requirements and Demands:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, or hear. The team member regularly is required to walk and must have the ability to climb steps and ladders. The team member must be able to work in a sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, or in a prone position and work with hands over the member’s head. The team member must regularly lift and/or move equipment and fittings that weigh up to 50 pounds.

Other requirements include: the use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. Team member must possess a high degree of attention and considerable dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

JOB SPECIFIC PHYSICAL TESTS: Lifts and carries 50 pounds for 5 feet frequently, pushing/pulling a maximum force of 75 pounds; safe lifting criteria, floor to knuckle 50 pounds, floor to chest 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member occasionally works in outside weather conditions; and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.