Diesel Lead Mechanic - $3,000 sign on bonus

Veteran Hiring Solutions

Geneva, NY

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Mission of the Role

The Diesel Technician Lead exists to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of every vehicle and piece of equipment supporting field operations in Geneva, NY. This leader does more than repair equipment they establish standards, elevate technicians, and protect uptime across the division.

This role combines hands-on mechanical expertise with frontline leadership. The right candidate takes ownership of fleet performance, mentors developing technicians, and ensures full regulatory compliance without compromise.

Performance Objectives (What Success Looks Like)

Fleet Reliability & Uptime
Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance program that ensures vehicles operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Technical Leadership
Prioritize, delegate, and oversee complex mechanical repairs while coaching technicians to execute work safely and correctly the first time.

Safety & DOT Compliance
Maintain full DOT compliance across equipment and documentation while reinforcing a safety-first culture inside and outside the shop.

Operational Efficiency
Conduct ongoing performance analysis to maximize equipment utilization and immediately correct deficiencies.

Technician Development
Partner with leadership to build career pathways, train apprentices and B-level technicians, and actively support advancement within the maintenance team.

Documentation & Systems Integrity
Ensure accurate, complete maintenance records for every asset using fleet management systems.

Career Path Progression

This maintenance team supports structured career growth across the following levels:

Technician Apprentice – Developing under senior guidance, focused on preventive maintenance and foundational skills
Technician B – Troubleshoots and resolves operating issues independently
Technician A – Performs advanced system-level repairs across mechanical and electrical platforms
Master Technician – Rebuilds engines, transmissions, and complex hydraulic/electrical systems

The Lead Technician plays a critical role in mentoring talent through these stages.

Why This Role Matters

Equipment reliability drives operational success. The Diesel Technician Lead ensures that vehicles are not just repaired, they are mission-ready. This leader protects safety, develops technicians, and sets the standard for mechanical excellence in Geneva, NY.

If you are a technician who sees beyond the wrench, someone who builds systems, mentors others, and holds the line on safety, this role is built for you.

Requirements

Required

Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.5+ years of experience in operations, production, or logistics leadership.Baseline Skills: Mechanical aptitude, ability to read schematics, understanding of diesel systems.
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 18 years of age
CDL Class B with air brake endorsement
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
Minimum 1 year clean CDL driving experience
Legal authorization to work in the United States

Leadership & Fit Traits

The ideal Diesel Technician Lead demonstrates:

Ownership beyond assigned tasks, sees the whole operation, not just the work order
Systems thinking. identifies root causes, not surface symptoms
Comfort leading peers while remaining hands-on
Strong communication and coaching ability
Commitment to safety as a non-negotiable standard
Professionalism inside the shop and in cross-department coordination

This is a role for a technician who wants to elevate both performance and people.

Technical Scope

The Lead Technician may perform or oversee inspection, troubleshooting, repair, rebuild, or replacement of: