Lead Mechanic

LAUNCH TransTechs is seeking a Lead Mechanic in Indianapolis, IN to serve as a leader in testing, servicing and repairing of diesel powered equipment. 

Shift: Sun-Wed, 6:30am-5:00pm
Pay: $53,000+ per year, based on experience

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tests, services, and repairs tractors, trailers, engines, and related mechanical components. Serves as leader to other technicians.
• Make certain all technicians under his lead are working safely.
• Test and repair electrical systems such as lighting, instrumentation, ignition, and electronic fuel injection.
• Disassembles and assembles equipment.
• Cleans tools and parts.
• Change tire and wheel assemblies.
• Discuss problems with other technicians to discover faults, listen to engines, fit and operate special test equipment, and test driver vehicles.
• Carry out minor body repairs and minor trim repairs.
• Repair or replace worn and faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or steering gear or other small parts; dismantle them and check parts, referring to manuals as necessary.
• Reassemble, test, clean, and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies; use various instruments to make sure they are working properly and put them back into the vehicle.
• Tune engines using special electronic equipment and make fine adjustments, e.g. to carburetors for smoother running.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace engine management/fuel injection components.
• Inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or list the work required before a certificate can be issued.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Equivalent of a high school required.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive experience as a diesel mechanic required.
• Ability to work with all shop tools.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have steel toe boots.
• Problem-solving skills.
• OEM, Vendor, or Company Training will be required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.