Lead Fleet Mechanic

Job Title: Lead Mechanic Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mechanic to join our team. This full-time position offers a regular work schedule from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM. The role requires a seasoned professional with over 10 years of diesel mechanic experience, particularly with tractor trailers. The ideal candidate should be fully capable of performing full-service repairs independently and possess supervisory experience. Responsibilities + Supervise the maintenance department, overseeing all material handling equipment, trailers, and trucks. + Perform full-service repairs on diesel engines independently. + Manage and prioritize different projects within the maintenance department. + Diagnose and troubleshoot engine issues. + Conduct preventive maintenance on engines. + Maintain and repair material handling equipment. Essential Skills + 10+ years of diesel mechanic experience. + Experience working on tractor trailers. + Supervisory experience managing at least 3 people. + Understanding of diesel engines. + Proficiency in troubleshooting, repair, hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical work. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Tech school education in Diesel Mechanic or Engine repair. + Experience in welding and fabricating is a plus. + Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics. Why Work Here? Join a growing company that offers significant opportunities for career advancement, especially within the Maintenance department. Our company values professional growth and provides a supportive environment for skill development. Work Environment The work environment may vary between a manufacturing facility and a storage yard. The role involves working with a range of equipment and requires adherence to safety standards in both settings. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southbridge, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Southbridge,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companiesu2019 construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-09