Lead Mechanic - St. Thomas

J Benton Construction

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About The Position

The Lead Mechanic keeps our fleet of passenger vehicles and heavy construction equipment running safely and reliably. This is a hands-on, senior technician role responsible for advanced diagnostics and repairs, while also helping organize daily shop priorities and preventive maintenance schedules. The Lead Mechanic provides day-to-day technical guidance to mechanics and helpers and leads mobile service work when repairs are needed on active jobsites. This role is essential to minimizing downtime and supporting safe, efficient field operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical diploma or trade certification in Automotive or Heavy Equipment Technology, preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and repair capability across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, CDL preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively on a team.
• Ability to travel between islands (occasional overnight stay).
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays when operational needs require it.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience leading a shop team, mentoring junior techs, or coordinating workflow.
• Preventive maintenance planning and scheduling across mixed fleets (vehicles + heavy equipment).
• Mobile service operations and jobsite repair coordination.
• Inventory management for parts, consumables, and shop/mobile tool control.
• Vendor coordination for parts procurement and repair support.
• Experience with system overhauls and advanced component troubleshooting (hydraulics, electrical, drivetrains)

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnostics, troubleshooting, and complex repairs on fleet vehicles and heavy construction equipment.
• Coordinate daily shop workflow by prioritizing work orders and supporting task assignments across the team.
• Ensure all maintenance and repairs are completed safely and meet quality standards (PPE, safe tool use, properly secure equipment).
• Coach and mentor mechanics and helpers through hands-on training and technical oversight.
• Operate and lead mobile service truck deployments to complete jobsite repairs and keep projects moving.
• Manage shop and mobile inventory (tools, parts, consumables) to maintain readiness and organization.
• Monitor and schedule preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and timelines to supervisors and project teams while maintaining accurate service documentation.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insuranc
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matc
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED