Fleet Vehicles and Equipment Lead Mechanic

Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Lead Mechanic - Fleet Vehicles and Equipment Location: Hempstead, NY (On-site main facility; field repairs across Long Island/NYC as needed) Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Non-Exempt) Schedule: Standard 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday shop hours); overtime at time-and-a-half for peaks, emergencies, high demand Compensation: $35-$45/hour (based on experience, certifications, skills) Reports to: Maintenance/Operations Leadership Be part of a family-owned business with 65+ years in irrigation/landscaping. Maintain a fleet of ~80 vehicles/equipment (service trucks, light-duty vehicles, trailers, small engines, skid steers, loaders, pumps, irrigation tools) supporting 90-95 people. Hands-on lead role: preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, preparing for in-house NY State vehicle inspections once licensed as an inspection station. Essential Responsibilities Complete preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs on gasoline/diesel trucks, vans, trailers, small engines, landscaping/construction machinery. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, drivetrain issues in shop/field (job-site repairs in busy seasons). Perform independent diagnostics using scan tools, multimeters, pressure gauges, OEM software. Handle major repairs (engine rebuilds, transmission work, hydraulic overhauls, component replacements) as needed. Prioritize/manage multiple repairs efficiently in fast-paced, high-volume setting. Maintain accurate repair logs, parts inventory, documentation for compliance/efficiency. Conduct (or prepare to conduct) NY State annual safety/emissions inspections once facility is licensed. Work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating with operations teams. Follow strict safety standards and company protocols on every task. Be available for overtime, emergency field repairs, peak-season demands. Required Qualifications 5+ years (10+ preferred) hands-on automotive, fleet, or machinery mechanic experience. Expertise in gasoline/diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics (including CAN bus where applicable), drivetrain repairs. Valid NY State driver's license (clean record preferred). NY State Certified Motor Vehicle Inspector (Group 1/Safety Inspector) certification required (or ability/willingness to obtain promptly; company supports licensing for private fleet inspections). Strong problem-solving/diagnostic skills (real troubleshooting, not just parts replacement). Physical ability to lift heavy objects, work in varying outdoor conditions, perform field repairs. Reliable, punctual, safety-conscious, organized with good communication for clear reporting. Preferred Qualifications Experience with heavy equipment, construction machinery, skid steers/loaders, small engines, trucks/light vehicles, irrigation equipment. ASE certifications, CDL, welding/fabrication skills, major component rebuild experience. Fleet maintenance background in service industries (landscaping, irrigation, construction). Comfort working on vehicles and specialized machinery. Compensation & Benefits $35-$45/hour based on experience, certifications, skills. Overtime at time-and-a-half during peaks/emergencies. Employer-sponsored health insurance (partial contribution), dental (employee-paid), 401(k) with partial match, paid time off, potential tool allowances/perks. Stable, year-round work in respected family-owned business. Opportunity to grow into lead role in collaborative environment. If you have the technical skills, reliability, and leadership mindset to keep a large fleet and field teams moving, apply today. Make a direct impact in a long-standing, growing operation. Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

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