Shop Manager/Mechanic

• →Communicate regularly with the Operations Manager and field leadership
• →Manage multiple repairs and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• →Provide clear updates regarding repair status, parts needs, and equipment downtime
• →Maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• →Travel extensively to jobsites, including overnight and extended travel
• →Work extended hours, weekends, or on-call hours when needed to support operations
• →Perform other duties as assigned

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain Company trucks, trailers, construction equipment, and small equipment
• Perform hands-on mechanical work, including preventive maintenance and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and other mechanical issues
• Perform routine inspections, oil changes, brake repairs, tire work, and other scheduled maintenance
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and work quickly to get equipment back in service
• Determine whether repairs can be completed internally or need to be sent to an outside vendor
• Test equipment after repairs to ensure it is safe and working properly
• Identify repeat equipment problems and recommend long-term solutions

• Manage the daily operation of the shop while continuing to perform hands-on repairs
• Prioritize maintenance and repairs based on jobsite and operational needs
• Keep the shop clean, organized, safe, and ready for work
• Ensure tools, parts, supplies, and shop equipment are properly maintained and available
• Track parts and supplies and communicate purchasing needs to the Operations Manager
• Maintain accurate inspection, maintenance, and repair records
• Coordinate with Operations to schedule maintenance without unnecessarily delaying crews or projects
• Make sure equipment is properly inspected before being returned to the field

• Travel regularly to jobsites to diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment
• Respond to equipment breakdowns in the field
• Perform repairs in outdoor and jobsite conditions when necessary
• Communicate repair needs, equipment status, and expected downtime to the Operations Manager and field leadership
• Work directly with field crews to understand equipment problems and determine the best repair solution
• Help coordinate the movement of equipment when repairs cannot be completed at the jobsite
• Remain flexible and available to respond to changing project needs and urgent repairs

• Help train employees on equipment inspections, basic maintenance, and proper equipment care
• Set clear expectations for safety, repair quality, cleanliness, and accountability
• Work alongside employees and assist with difficult or time-sensitive repairs

• Ensure vehicles and equipment are maintained in safe operating condition
• Follow all Company safety policies and manufacturer repair procedures
• Identify unsafe equipment and remove it from service when necessary
• Support required DOT inspections, maintenance, and recordkeeping for applicable vehicles
• Ensure repairs are completed correctly before equipment is returned to service
• Maintain a safe work area and properly store tools, parts, fluids, and hazardous materials
• Report safety concerns, equipment damage, and mechanical issues promptly

• Work with dealerships, outside repair shops, parts suppliers, and equipment vendors when needed
• Obtain repair estimates and communicate significant repair needs to the Operations Manager
• Review outside repairs to ensure the work was completed correctly
• Help control repair costs while maintaining safety and quality
• Recommend whether equipment should be repaired, replaced, or removed from service

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, and work in tight spaces
• Ability to work underneath, on top of, and around vehicles and equipment
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop machinery
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and jobsite conditions
• Ability to work extended hours when needed to complete repairs or respond to equipment breakdowns

Benefits 

• Comprehensive benefits packages that include health insurance, retirement plans, vacation, and other employee assistance offerings. 

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.

• Five or more years of experience repairing trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, or construction equipment preferred
• Previous shop leadership or lead mechanic experience preferred
• Strong experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience working with construction, utility, pipeline, or industrial equipment is strongly preferred
• Experience maintaining DOT-regulated vehicles is a plus
• Technical school training or applicable mechanical certifications are preferred but not required

• Strong hands-on mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Willing and able to turn wrenches as the primary part of the job
• Able to lead others while working alongside them
• Able to work independently and make sound repair decisions in the field
• Strong sense of urgency, ownership, and follow-through
• Able to prioritize repairs based on safety and operational needs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, field-driven environment
• Able to communicate clearly with mechanics, field crews, supervisors, and management
• Safety-focused and committed to completing repairs correctly
• Willing and able to travel heavily to jobsites