Lead Mechanic

Company : Select Genetics

Job Type : Full Time

Osceola, Ia

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Lead Mechanic

Lead Mechanic – Keep Our Fleet Moving!
Are you a skilled mechanic with leadership abilities? Join Select Genetics in Osceola, Iowa as a Lead Mechanic! Use your expertise in diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems, and hydraulics to keep our fleet running safely and efficiently. Lead and mentor a talented maintenance team, manage preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with DOT and company standards. Strong diagnostic, organizational, and communication skills are a must—if you enjoy hands-on work and leading a team, this role is for you!

Responsibilities:

Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems, and hydraulics on fleet vehicles and equipment
Lead, mentor, and collaborate with mechanics, wash crew, and support staff to foster a strong, effective team; provide guidance on repair techniques, safety, and quality standards.
Maintain detailed maintenance and repair records for all fleet vehicles in compliance with DOT and company policies.
Conduct preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) and ensure timely completion according to schedule.
Prioritize and assign daily work orders based on urgency, workload, and available resources.
Collaborate with the Transportation Manager to plan equipment availability and minimize disruptions to hauling schedules.
Manage parts and supplies, including ordering, tracking, and maintaining inventory levels.
Handle transportation administrative functions, including coding credit card transactions, maintaining vehicle service logs, dispatching, scheduling, and generating reports.
Assist with DOT inspections, audits, and documentation to ensure compliance.
Respond to road calls and breakdowns as needed.
Provide coverage for the Logistics Division Manager, wash crew, or mechanics during absences, ensuring continuity of operations.
May perform commercial driving duties and be on-call for extended hours as needed to support operations.
Promote and enforce workplace safety practices in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

Commercial Driver License (CDL) or ability to obtain.
Possess or willing to acquire MN DOT certification.
Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
Ability to lead, train, and motivate team members.
Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills.
Does not own or operate around backyard poultry operations off duty.
Must have and maintain an acceptable driving record; Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) will be reviewed and must meet company and insurance requirements for insurability.
Ability to perform physical tasks required for the role (standing, bending, lifting up to 75 lbs., working outdoors or in a shop environment).
Willingness to work occasional extended hours or be on-call as needed.

Preferred

Previous mechanical experience..
Experience managing or supervising employees.
Familiarity with fleet maintenance tracking systems and general office software.

Experience with agricultural or poultry transportation equipment is a plus.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

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