Mobile Fleet Mechanic

At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees - we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you’re not just taking a job - you’re investing in your future.

• Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
• Elevate your career with us - we prioritize training and internal promotions!
• Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
• Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

As a Mechanic at Lewis Services, you’ll keep our vehicles, heavy equipment, and utility vegetation management machinery running safely and reliably so crews can focus on tree trimming and line clearing.

• Mount, assemble, and performance-check parts as directed by the Shop Supervisor.
• Diagnose problems or malfunctions in vehicles and heavy equipment using appropriate tools and experience.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspections per Lewis policy and manufacturer recommendations.
• Complete repairs, replacements, and adjustments (fluids, parts, and system settings) to restore proper operation.
• Ensure quality of installation and repairs on Lewis vehicles and equipment.
• Weld and flame-cut, as required.
• Use powered tools (e.g., impact wrenches) and hand tools to drill, bolt, and assemble components onto mobile hydraulic equipment.
• Properly test equipment and document results as required.
• Stay current on new equipment specs, standards, practices, and procedures.
• Assist with or operate dielectric test equipment when needed.
• Provide quality, timely workmanship on each work order and complete re‑work as assigned.
• Follow all established safety protocols; safeguard colleagues and the public around the work area.
• Maintain a clean, orderly workspace and work vehicle; maintain daily time records for assigned work.
• Furnish required hand tools as directed by Lewis Services, Inc.; travel long distances as needed (including overnight stays).
• Perform other related work as assigned.

• High school diploma/equivalent and/or vocational training, plus mechanical experience (including welding and/or hydraulics) with vehicles and machinery.
• Strong welding/mechanical knowledge and ability to read tape measures, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Ability to understand and follow all policies, procedures, and safety requirements for the Mechanic role.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL and medical certification as required for relevant vehicle operation.
• CPR/First Aid certification (company-provided) and willingness to maintain required certifications.
• Willingness to travel long distances as needed, including overnight stays.
• Ability to furnish required hand tools as directed by Lewis Services, Inc.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal laws and regulations.

• Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
• Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
• Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
• Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
• Operate two-handed tools and equipment
• Ability to climb onto and crawl under vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to handle/grasp tools and parts for extended periods.
• Ability to perform frequent reaching, stooping/kneeling, and repetitive movements.

Continuously - Handling/grasping; repetitive movements.

Frequently - Lifting/carrying; pushing/pulling; driving; standing; walking; stooping/kneeling; reaching.

Occasionally - Sitting; climbing stairs/ladders; working in…