Mobile Shop Fleet Supervisor

Vicksburg Forest Products is looking for a Mobile Shop Fleet Supervisor. The duties involve the repair and maintenance of industrial equipment such as: Log loaders, Wheel Loaders, Forklifts and other mobile equipment used in the manufacturing of lumber.

Responsibilities:

• Assigns work to mechanics and other shop personnel.
• Inspects repair work in progress and upon completion.
• Evaluates work performance of subordinates.
• Updates cost and time records for repair activities.
• Supervises preparation of repair orders, equipment records, requisitions, etc.
• Researches and makes recommendations regarding replacement or substitute parts.
• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance.
• Perform needed engine, transmission, and hydraulic system repairs on articulated dump trucks, front end loaders, excavators, tracked dozers, motor graders and miscellaneous small gas and diesel motors.
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, detect, and resolve mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues across a wide variety of advanced, complex systems including integrated electric, air, and hydraulic systems.
• Educate employees on proper use of equipment to avoid future breakdowns.
• Ability to be on call to support operational needs.
• Work safely, following company policies and practices including wearing all required personal protective equipment.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience repairing and maintaining a wide variety of heavy and small equipment, including heavy duty vehicles, industrial-grade heavy equipment, automotive systems, hydraulic, and specialized equipment.
• Supervisor/management experience.
• Working knowledge of both gasoline and diesel engines.
• Proficiency in air brake systems and tractor-trailer repairs.
• Familiarity with automotive diagnostics tools and software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Must have valid Driver’s License.

Environmental Conditions:

• Must be able to tolerate extreme hot, humid, cold, and outdoor conditions. Comfortable working in a loud environment, around moving machinery, with vibrations and airborne particles (sawdust).