Lead Vehicle Mechanic
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
San Diego, CA · On-site
$28 - $37/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
San Diego, CA · On-site
$28 - $37/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Denton, TX · On-site
$18.75 - $53.41/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Denton, TX · On-site
$18.75 - $53.41/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$24.75 - $32.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$24.75 - $32.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
San Diego, CA · On-site
$28 - $37/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
San Diego, CA · On-site
$28 - $37/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$35 - $45/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$35 - $45/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$24.75 - $32.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$24.75 - $32.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Tukwila, WA · On-site
$30.25 - $39.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Tukwila, WA · On-site
$30.25 - $39.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Bartow, FL · On-site
$21.75 - $28.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Bartow, FL · On-site
$21.75 - $28.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$21.75 - $28.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$21.75 - $28.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$21.75 - $28.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$21.75 - $28.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$27.75 - $36.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$27.75 - $36.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Weymouth, MA · On-site
$21.56 - $61.42/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Weymouth, MA · On-site
$21.56 - $61.42/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Benicia, CA · On-site
$18.75 - $53.41/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Benicia, CA · On-site
$18.75 - $53.41/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Tukwila, WA · On-site
$30.25 - $39.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Tukwila, WA · On-site
$30.25 - $39.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Bartow, FL · On-site
$17.81 - $50.74/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Bartow, FL · On-site
$17.81 - $50.74/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Tukwila, WA · On-site
$30.25 - $39.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Tukwila, WA · On-site
$30.25 - $39.75/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$25 - $33/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Benicia, CA · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
Benicia, CA · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop ... Conducts Safety Checks & Annual Vehicle Inspections in accordance with provincial & federal laws.
$16.59 - $19.01
2% of jobs
$19.01 - $21.44
5% of jobs
$21.44 - $23.86
8% of jobs
$25.59 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$23.86 - $26.29
14% of jobs
$26.29 - $28.72
17% of jobs
The median wage is $29.25 / hr.
$28.72 - $31.14
17% of jobs
$33 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$31.14 - $33.57
15% of jobs
$33.57 - $35.99
11% of jobs
$35.99 - $38.42
5% of jobs
$38.42 - $40.84
3% of jobs
$40.84 - $43.27
2% of jobs
$16
$30
$43
| Aspect | Lead Vehicle Mechanic | Vehicle Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | ASE Master Certification, specialized certifications | ASE certifications, manufacturer-specific training |
| Work Environment | Garage, repair shop, fleet maintenance | Repair shop, dealership, service center |
| Responsibilities | Supervising repairs, diagnosing complex issues, mentoring | Performing repairs, diagnostics, routine maintenance |
The main difference is that a Lead Vehicle Mechanic oversees and supervises repair work, often mentoring others, while a Vehicle Technician primarily focuses on diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but the Lead Vehicle Mechanic has additional leadership responsibilities.
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Las Vegas, NV
7.0
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43rd of 91 rated recycling and waste
Good employer
Paid breaks
Respectful managers
Uninterrupted breaks
$25 - $33/hr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 13 days ago
Clean Harbors North Las Vegas is looking for a Lead Diesel Mechanic to join their safety conscious team! The Lead Diesel Mechanics are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the shop, which include supervising all maintenance work, assuring company fleet is within DOT compliance, as well as maintaining all service and parts records.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
Speak with a recruiter today to learn more!!
What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?
40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.
Join our safety focused team today!
To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.
Environmental consulting services
10,000+ Employees
Norwell, MA, US
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