LEAD MECHANIC for CRESCO Equipment Rentals (Santa Rosa)

Job Title: Lead Mechanic

Reports To: Store Manager

Hourly Pay Range: Starts at $35-$36.50 or more Dependent on Experience (Must provide own tools)

Starting pay will depend on knowledge, skills, ability and the city that this open position is located.

Location: 245 Cresco Ct., Santa Rosa

Apply Online at: https://www.crescorent.com/current-openings/

We are in search of Lead Mechanics that have the ability to function well as part of a team. You must have very effective organizational and communication skills to service our clientele and lead a team of mechanics efficiently. Your goal is to ensure that Cresco provides the best rental equipment in Northern CA through the implementation of Quality Control and customer service.

As a Mechanic you would be responsible for maintaining the equipment we rent. We seek highly motivated mechanics with experience in construction and industrial equipment. Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas and diesel machinery is preferred.

Minimum Requirements

Previous mechanic service experience in the equipment rental/construction industry and/or related field required

Positive attitude

Excellent verbal communication

Professional and clean appearance

Able to prioritize multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment

Able to lead a team effectively

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prioritize and assign equipment service and repairs to mechanics

Responsible for following up with equipment mechanics and small tool mechanics to ensure shop work is performed

to Cresco Standards and completed in a timely manner

Communicate with store office staff to ensure that equipment is serviced and repaired quickly and efficiently

Ensure that all equipment maintenance is in compliance with Cresco safety standards and practices

Reports any problems or potential problems with equipment to the Store Manager

Assigns wash-rack duties & wash pad, pressure washer, & recycling equipment maintenance as needed

Organize and define three (3) distinct lines of equipment. The lines should include “available” equipment, “wash

rack” equipment and “inside shop” equipment

Review and inspect the returned equipment list (wash rack) on a daily basis

Ensure that all equipment is tagged with any necessary descriptions of problems and in a visible area for inspection

Ensure all work orders are accurate and complete

Approve all parts orders from shop personnel

Assist store manager with maintaining accurate parts and tools inventory

Send parts for warranty consideration to Cresco Central Warehouse

Attend service courses offered by the company and take initiative to improve technical knowledge and skills on

equipment rented by Cresco Equipment Rentals

Maintain a technical library that includes a current Quality Control Binder

Train new hires and transfers in operational procedures & QC standards within their first 5 days of hire

Monitor performance of field service mechanics

Provide input and feedback on performance reviews and job interviews

Perform any other duties as assigned by the Store Manager, Regional Service Manager or any Cresco Manager

Education, Experience and Required Skills, Including Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

5 + years of mechanical experience in all areas of repair

1-2 years of supervisory experience preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Activities requiring handling and grasping with the hands when performing repairs or maintenance of equipment by utilizing hand tools, power

tools, air tools, nuts, bolts, electronic controls, and other small parts

Occasional use of foot/feet to operate foot pedal on equipment to test operation

Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., and infrequent lifting up to 75 lbs.

Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces for at least 4 hours per day

Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged periods of time

Ability to climb over and into heavy equipment several times per day

Occasional working at heights above 10 ft

Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, gas and/or fumes

Cresco offers:

- Growth opportunities in a fun and rewarding work environment

- Competitive wages

- Paid Time Off, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, Jury Duty Pay and Bereavement Days Off

- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance

- Flexible Spending Account, with Health and Dependent Care reimbursement

- 401(k) Retirement Plan

- Training at Cresco University

Cresco Equipment Rentals is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or are disabled veterans.