Day Diesel Mechanic Lead – Full-Time

Akron, 2100 W Main St, Louisville, Ohio, United States of America

Posted Friday, July 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

HOURS:

1st Shift

COMPENSATION: $30-$35/ Hour

TRAVEL:
Minimal (1-10%)

Who we are:

Sweeping Corporation of America (SCA) is the nation’s leading street sweeping company, operating in over 20 states and supporting more than 600 municipalities, counties, and government agencies. With over six million miles serviced annually, SCA is uniquely focused on the delivery of high-performance street sweeping, jet-vac, and environmental services. SCA has built its entire organization, its people, processes, technology, and investments around providing uninterrupted, accountable, and results-driven services tailored to the needs of our clients.

Our mission is to provide essential sweeping and environmental services that support cleaner, safer, and more sustainable communities.

Your daily impact:

As our next Lead Diesel Mechanic, you’ll serve as the leader of the shop, ensuring our fleet remains safe, reliable, and ready to serve the communities that depend on us. In addition to performing advanced diagnostics and repairs, you’ll prioritize work orders, coordinate daily shop activities, mentor mechanics and shop helpers, communicate with branch leadership, and help ensure repairs are completed efficiently with minimal downtime.

The job responsibilities below outline the core duties and expectations of a position, providing clarity on how the role supports Company goals. However, not all duties can be listed, and as business needs evolve, responsibilities may shift over time to reflect new priorities, processes, or technologies:

• Safety & Inspection:Lead by example in maintaining a safe work environment. Conduct and oversee thorough inspections of machinery, engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems to ensure all equipment is in safe working condition. Monitor for signs of wear, fluid leaks, or other mechanical issues and address them before they lead to safety risks or breakdowns.
• Execution:Assemble and build machines or mechanical components according to specifications, ensuring precision and compliance with torque and sequence standards. Perform both in-shop and field repairs with a focus on maximizing equipment performance and long-term reliability. Tackle complex repairs with efficiency and attention to detail while mentoring junior mechanics on proper procedures.
• Equipment Operation:Use diagnostic tools, software, and heavy equipment systems to test and evaluate equipment performance. Operate and troubleshoot heavy equipment, including sweepers, loaders, and backhoes, safely and effectively during repair and testing processes.
• Material Handling:Safely manage parts, tools, lubricants, and fluids used during repairs and maintenance. Apply correct handling procedures when working with mechanical components, hydraulic systems, and other specialized materials to ensure both safety and operational integrity.
• Reporting & Documentation:Immediately report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns and accurately complete required logs and paperwork.
• Professional Communication:Communicate maintenance needs, best practices, repair status, and scheduling updates clearly with equipment operators, supervisors, and team members.
• Compliance & Accountability:Adhere to company policies and industry regulations, completing all required service reports, safety checklists, and compliance documentation accurately and on time.
• Adaptability & Reliability:Respond effectively to unexpected equipment issues, troubleshoot and problem-solve collaboratively, and maintain regular, predictable attendance.

Minimum job qualifications define the essential skills, experience, and abilities needed to succeed in the role. They set the baseline for hiring but may evolve as the job and business requirements change:

• Education:High School or GED
• Experience:5years of hands‑on experience in a shop environment working with hydraulic, electrical, and air pressure systems. – heavy equipment, waste, & recycling services experience preferred
• License:Driver’s License, CDL preferred
• Tools:Must provide and maintain basic hand and diagnostic…