Lead Mechanic

Position Summary

Saiia Construction Company LLC , a MasTec Company is currently hiring for a Lead Mechanic in the Chester, VA area.

This is a night shift position working Sunday - Thursday 7pm-7am. The Lead Mechanic i s responsible for leading and directing Fuel & Lube Techs along with other onsite mechanics.This position will occasionally travel and perform work at various jobsite locations.

Company Overview

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of the hazards and safety requirements of the job, and utilize required personal protective equipment (welder’s shield, etc.).
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Examine critical parts and operating components of heavy equipment for possible wear and tear, defects, or other damage.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on company owned and/or leased vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and longevity of the vehicle/equipment.
• Repair, replace, clean, and lubricate vehicle/equipment parts as necessary.
• Examine, and repair, if necessary, hydraulic components for fluid leaks, ruptured hoses, or worn gaskets.
• Use hand-held computers or other diagnostic devices to diagnose components in need of adjustment or repair.
• Use jacks, cranes, and various hand-held tools to dismantle and reassemble parts.
• May be required to replace engines, repair hydraulic fluid pumps, correct electrical problems.
• Start devices to test their performance.
• Pressure washing.
• Ability to operate various types of light and heavy equipment and over the road trucks for maneuvering into service and repair locations.
• Requests spare parts.
• Travel to job site to make repairs to heavy equipment as necessary.
• Maintains a high level of workplace housekeeping.
• Maintains a high level of customer satisfaction.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must have a mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of diesel engine repair.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to locate, read, understand and follow instructions outlined in SDS material safety data sheets
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal format.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in accordance to urgency.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be available to work overtime as required for position.
• Cooperative, punctual, and detail oriented.
• Must be able to utilize electronic devices such as a smart phone to send and receive email and communicate from job site locations to corporate office and supervision.
• Must be able to work safely and follow all instructions related to Company policies and regulatory agencies during the performance of duties.
• Maintains a safe work environment and ensures all established Company safety rules, procedures, policies, DOT, OSHA and MSHA regulations are followed.
• Aerial Lift Operator Training Certification preferred.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position is the lead mechanic and is responsible for leading and directing Fuel & Lube Techs along with other onsite mechanics.
  
  

Educational And Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum one-year certification from college or technical school in fleet repairs or vehicle maintenance.
• Minimum six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Automotive Service Excellence Mechanics Certification (A.S.E Certification) preferred.
  
  

Work Environment

• Flexible with hours as needed; may include some night work depending on project needs
• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, and hot/cold conditions
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Works inside and outside.
  
  

License And Certifications

• Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.
  
  

Travel

• This position travels to / and or performs work at various jobsite locations.
  
  

What's In It For You

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
  
  

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
  
  

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan
  
  

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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