Shop Mechanic III

Shop Mechanic III

Location:

Lufkin, TX

Salary Range: $22.75 - $27.00 per hour.

The primary responsibility of the Shop Mechanic III is to conduct routine maintenance, service and repair of all Sterling Equipment Leasing (SEL) equipment including forklifts, pickup trucks, excavators, wheel‑loaders, compact track loaders, semi‑trucks, trailers, diesel pickup trucks, and various equipment attachments and accessories at a designated SEL facility.

• Collaborate with the Fleet Maintenance Manager to ensure timely, effective and efficient service.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal training sessions to stay in line with rapidly changing technology.
• Complete required Preventative Maintenance according to the equipment’s PM Schedule.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records including supplies, parts and tool inventory, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Maintain working area in a clean and organized manner.
• Perform extensive fabrication on miscellaneous equipment, to reduce time for broken equipment.
• Provide diagnosis of how to better maximize the shop’s capabilities and identify trends.
• Complete quality‑controlled inspections on equipment to ensure all aspects of repairs are performed in a timely manner and with minimal to no failures.
• Identify, diagnose, and repair complex malfunctions on fleet equipment.
• Use specialized diagnostic and power tools to complete skilled maintenance tasks.
• Repair damaged frames and repair and replace differentials, drive shafts, front end, and steering mechanisms.
• Repair, rebuild, or replace powertrain components, such as diesel or gas engines and transmissions.
• Repair and replace major components on heavy machinery.
• Ensure timely turnaround on specialized equipment, to maximize company utilization.
• Consistently demonstrate commitment and support for the Sterling vision, mission, policies, and procedures.
• Perform work in a safe manner in compliance with the job safety analysis (JSA), and other work instructions and policies as outlined by management for the use of hand and power tools, and saws.
• In accordance with policies and procedures, wear the designated personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Maintain a clean workspace that is clear of debris and clutter following the guidelines outlined in the 5S visual factory standard, end‑of‑shift cleaning protocols, and tool placement(s).
• Follow all operating, cleaning, and safety procedures in the operation of company equipment and machines.
• Immediately report any safety related injury or illness and/or any machinery failure to safety and follow protocols as outlined for lockout, tag‑out and as outlined in the company policies and procedures.
• Cross‑train within the team, and across other departments, as needed and required.
• Administer check‑in / out system of all equipment.
• All other duties and projects assigned.

• Minimum 6‑years’ experience with heavy equipment repairs (forestry preferred), to include diesel engines and hydraulic systems.
• Class A CDL with air brake endorsement required within six months of hire preferred, but will train.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred, but will train.
• CPR / First Aid Certification preferred, but will train.
• Must possess valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Must possess a clean DOT/MVR driving record.
• Must possess extensive heavy‑duty mechanic tools to complete job requirements.

• Spending Accounts: H.S.A. and F.S.A. options.
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Life, Disability, Pet.
• Paid Time Off:
  Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Parental.
• 401k with 3% Employer Contribution.

$ 22.75 - $27.00 dependent upon experience, and qualifications.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and/or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.

Sterling Site Access Solutions, LLC ( "Sterling " ) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Sterling are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate.