Lead Mechanic

The Role

You will serve as a vital leader within our field operations, bringing the personal character and technical expertise required to steer our service department with total integrity.

This role offers you the unique opportunity to make an immediate impact in a family-oriented country dealership with 68 years of local history. You will enjoy a high operational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the diagnostics, repair, and preventative maintenance for a diverse fleet of farm and heavy construction equipment.
• Direct daily service department operations, upholding absolute integrity and professional accountability in every field task.
• Manage on-site customer service calls within the region, ensuring swift and highly accurate mechanical resolutions.
• Optimize shop workflow efficiency and mentor junior mechanics to enhance overall team technical proficiency.
• Enforce rigid safety standards across all field operations, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and protective equipment.
• Cook up direct with operations leaders to streamline parts procurement and minimize machinery downtime.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience as a farm or heavy construction equipment mechanic.
• Proven capability to lead service operations with a strong emphasis on personal character and professional integrity.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel powertrain systems.
• Absolute willingness to travel up to 10% of working hours to support regional clients on-site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completed technical training or formal apprenticeship program specialized in heavy equipment or agricultural mechanics (preferred).
• Prior experience managing equipment logistics, project scheduling, or leading mechanical field crews (preferred).
• Strong technical background servicing diverse equipment across industrial, commercial, and government project scopes (preferred).

Benefits

• Stable bi-weekly pay cycle augmented by competitive sign-on and performance-based bonus structures.
• Additional performance-driven incentives, including project completion bonuses and pay-per-performance plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off covering vacation and paid holidays.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to the beautiful South Central region.
• Professional wellness reimbursements and stipends along with company-provided safety gear.
• Internal employee referral bonus program.

About Us

KOENECKE EQUIPMENT INC is a trusted name in heavy construction and agricultural equipment, boasting a proud 68-year legacy of local business success. We reject the corporate atmosphere to focus on authentic relationships, long-term career growth, and dedicated mentorship. Our team operates in an environment where hard work is celebrated and every individual is treated as an immediate impact player.

Learn more at koeneckeeq.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KOENECKE EQUIPMENT INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations.