Mechanic/Vehicle Technician Shift Lead - St. Cloud, MN

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that started in 1978 by Donald Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded to 36 branch locations, covering 8 states in the Midwest.

Job Summary

The Mechanic/Vehicle Technician Lead will motivate and lead a team of mechanics in their day-to-day responsibilities.

Hours and Wages

• Monday-Thursday 3:00pm start

• Friday, 12:00pm start

• $20-33 per hour, based on experience

• +$1.00 per hour leadership differential

• +$2.00 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift

• Occasional Saturdays as needed

• Paid OT at time and a half after 40 hours per week

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to lead a team of mechanics

• Coordinate replacements for routes that have vehicles under repair

• Ability to use scan tool and laptop technology

• Perform routine truck inspections and maintenance of fleet equipment

• Help maintain an effective and clean work environment

• Must have own tools or ability to obtain own tools to complete all job functions

• Welding and torch experience is a plus but not required

• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to build, motivate, and lead a high performing team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle or be willing to learn

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of technical instruction in diesel or auto mechanics is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

• Ability to pass a DOT physical exam

• Must be able to spend a minimum of eight hours on feet

• Work environment involves ability to bend, kneel, crouch, walk, and drive

• Work environment may involve hazards such as diesel exhaust, brake dust, grease, antifreeze, and other elements associated with vehicle repair

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Affirmative Action Statement

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.