Lead Mechanic

You’re the person crews call when something won’t start, won’t tow, won’t pump, or won’t move. You don’t just fix equipment — you protect momentum. At Sea & Shoreline, our work happens on boats, barges, trailers, and remote job sites. When equipment fails, projects stall. When equipment runs well, crews win.

This is not a shop-only mechanic role. This is a road warrior position — traveling between project sites to inspect, repair, maintain, and improve the reliability of our boats, trailers, pumps, heavy equipment, and specialty restoration tools. You bring calm to field disruptions, structure to equipment systems, and credibility to safety conversations. You help make the “S&S way” visible through dependable tools and operational readiness.

Travel regularly to project sites to inspect, diagnose, and repair:

• Pumps, hydraulic systems, and specialty marine equipment
• Light and heavy equipment used in restoration work
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in field conditions
• Support crews during critical breakdowns to get equipment operational quickly

• Create and maintain preventative maintenance schedules
• Track service intervals, inspections, and equipment usage
• Identify recurring issues and recommend system-level improvements
• Maintain clear documentation of repairs, parts used, and service records
• Coordinate major repairs with outside vendors when necessary

• Ensure equipment meets safety standards before deployment
• Inspect tools and machinery for compliance and safe operation
• Partner with field leads to reinforce safe equipment usage
• Help design practical checklists that crews actually use
• Flag risks before they become incidents

• Monitor inventory of critical spare parts and consumables
• Ensure equipment is properly stored, secured, and transported
• Assist with fleet and asset tracking
• Support capital planning conversations by identifying aging or unreliable assets

• Build trust with field crews through responsiveness and follow-through
• Coach teams on proper use and care of equipment
• Bridge communication between field teams and operations leadership
• Bring practical, field-informed recommendations—not over engineered solutions

• Experienced & Field-Tested – You have hands-on mechanical experience in marine, heavy equipment, construction fleet, or similar environments. You’re comfortable around engines (gas and diesel), hydraulics, trailers, and electrical systems.
• Technically Skilled – You can diagnose mechanical and electrical issues confidently and efficiently. Welding, fabrication, or marine certifications are a plus.
• Digitally & Technically Savvy – You understand that clean data supports operational clarity. You’re comfortable using software and mobile tools to:
  • Track inventory and parts
  • Maintain registrations and compliance documentation
  • Utilize systems such as Procore, fleet tracking platforms, or similar tools
• Road-Ready & Self-Directed – You’re willing and able to travel regularly between sites. You manage your schedule responsibly and prioritize repairs based on operational impact. You hold a valid driver’s license and are comfortable towing trailers. CDL is a plus.
• Systems-Oriented – You don’t just fix what’s broken — you look for patterns. You improve processes so issues don’t repeat.
• Safety-Minded – You treat safe equipment as non-negotiable. You proactively inspect, document, and correct issues before they become incidents.
• Physically Capable – You’re comfortable lifting 50+ lbs, working outdoors, in heat, around water, and in dynamic field environments.
• Calm Under Pressure – When breakdowns happen, you stay steady. You bring solutions, not frustration. You explain issues simply and directly — building trust with crews and leadership alike.
• Aligned with the S&S Way – You lead through credibility, humility, grit, and practical knowledge — not ego.

This is a field-based role requiring regular travel to active project sites.…