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Kenan Advantage Group

Lead Diesel Mechanic

Kenan Advantage Group, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201

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Lead Diesel Mechanic

– Kenan Advantage Group

Pay Range $30.00/hr – $41.00/hr

About Kenan Advantage Group KAG is North America’s largest tank truck transporter and logistics provider, delivering energy commodities, specialty products, merchant gases and food products across the United States, Canada and Mexico. At KAG, our people make it possible to achieve our company goal as One Team Driven to Make a Difference. With expert knowledge, supportive leadership and a strong belief in our company culture, our team exemplifies the passion, pride and entrepreneurial spirit to help us reach our goal every day. We want you to have a career with rewarding professional and community experiences you desire, in a place that feels like home.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth with extensive onsite paid training

Guaranteed Pay Increases with completion of training programs and verified prior experience

$100 Annual Boot Allowance, paid in quarterly installments

$250 Semi‑Annual Tool Allowance after one year of service (up to $500 annually)

Benefits Available (Medical/Dental/Vision/401K Match)

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Position Summary This position is responsible for the overall operation of the terminal shop. This includes overseeing the repair and maintenance of all equipment for safe operation, managing vendor relationships, updating work orders, and managing on‑site staff.

Essential Functions

Utilize and update the fleet maintenance management system

Manage local vendor relationships

Oversee all shop operations

Make repairs on electrical systems, brake systems, and other components of the tractor

Supervise technician staff including training of Technician Apprentices

Interview, hire and hold technicians accountable with assistance from the Director of Maintenance

Utilize Shop Planner to schedule all work for technicians in the shop

Assist other technicians in performing preventive/repair of facilities and equipment to include trucks, tractors, and trailers

Create and complete work order entries

Maintain work order and vehicle maintenance records including adherence to company DVIR and CSA/Roadside Inspection Programs

Conduct all levels of preventive maintenance functions such as regular servicing of vehicles including oil changes and equipment inspections

Electrical diagnostics, repair, and replacement

Lead physical parts inventory, receiving, and proper charge out of parts to work orders

Learn and become proficient utilizing the company's maintenance software program to create and complete work orders

Inspect equipment for potential repairs and proper operation and perform quality checks of other technicians and outside vendor’s work

Accurately complete all necessary paperwork for maintenance and repairs

Assist in HM 183 inspections

Pay Range & General Benefits $30.00–$41.00 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, a 401K program with company match, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity insurance.

Qualifications

Minimum 5‑years of experience in heavy‑duty vehicle maintenance & repair

Air brake certification in compliance with FMCSR 396.25

Certified as a (DOT) commercial motor vehicle inspector in compliance with FMCSR’s

Willing to obtain American Welding Society (AWS) certification

EPA 609 certification (Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Repair)

Valid driver's license

Basic computer knowledge

Basic set of technician tools – in accordance with KAG list

Become qualified as necessary with appropriate certifications to perform new technology evaluations, diagnosis, and repairs

Preferred Qualifications

Prior management experience

Certified Welder Designation

Physical Requirements

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Frequently lifting up to 50 pounds. Anything over 50 pounds is lifted with assistance.

Lifting – Frequent – Weight 50 lb.

Carrying – Occasional – Weight 50 lb.

Pushing – Occasional – Force 50 lb.

Hand Grip – Frequent

Sitting – Occasional

Standing – Frequent

Walking – Frequent

Climbing – Occasional

Stooping – Occasional

Kneeling – Two Knees – Occasional

Crouching/Squatting – Occasional

Reaching – Overhead – Frequent

Handling – Constant

Vision – Constant

Talking – Frequent

Employment & Job Information

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Truck Transportation

Kenan Advantage Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. No person will be discriminated against in any aspect of their employment on the basis of any status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to:

Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co‑workers.

Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.

Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.

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