Lead Mechanic - Palmer

Overview

Who We Are:

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.

By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.

To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

Work Arrangement

Operational

What You'll Do

Responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Mechanical Shop by ensuring the mechanical repair and maintenance of vehicles are compliant and available for use.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose vehicle malfunctions for the purpose of determining needed vehicle repairs and replacements.
• Inspect vehicle components, parts and accessories for the purpose of ensuring vehicles can operate in a safe manner.
• Oversee mechanics and other assigned personnel to ensure assignments are compliant and completed within established guidelines.
• Prepare written materials (e.g. repair and maintenance logs, parts, lists, warranty claims, completed Driver Vehicle Inspections Reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written references and meeting mandated requirements.
• Attend unit in-service and daily safety meetings for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Ensure the established safety procedures and techniques are followed to perform the job duties and identify any unsafe conditions in the work area.
• Adjust internal resources for changing priorities.
• Establish visibility and awareness of maintenance requirements within the next three months.
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

High school diploma or equivalent, plus job related course work after high school. Vocational or Technical school certification preferred.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in HAZMAT tanker and fleet maintenance in addition to two (2) years of supervisory experience managing staff in equipment repairs.

Technical Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Advanced mechanical skills with an understanding of diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems, working knowledge of fleet maintenance software and meet the DOT 396.19 Inspector qualifications.
  
  

Other

• Valid Alaska CDL (Class A) with a Hazardous Materials endorsement preferred.
  
  

Competencies

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal/external business partners.
• Prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously while meeting assigned deadlines.
• Function effectively with, or as part of a team.
• Adapt to changing work demands.
• Work with minimal supervision and make independent technical decisions in order to make timely and effective repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge of and the ability to identify safety hazards and necessary safety precautions to establish a safe work environment.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Works both inside an office environment and also outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures.
• May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment.
• Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders.
• May require extended use of computer keyboard and viewing of computer monitor and ability to sit for long periods of time.
  
  

What We Offer?

We inspire top talent by offering a comprehensive and competitive package that supports the diverse needs of our people—on land, at sea, in offices, and remotely.

Our Total Rewards Include

• Competitive pay with recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and paid vacation and holidays
• Leave and family support: parental leave and sick leave
• Learning and growth: access to training and development for continuous skill development
• Well-being resources: Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and gym membership discounts
  
  

At Crowley, we invest in you—your success, your health, and your future.