HRM CONCRETE LLC
Ready Mix Concrete Truck Mechanic / Shop Foreman
Full Time • BATON ROUGE
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Ready Mix Truck Mechanic / Shop Foreman to take a lead role in maintaining our fleet and building a high-performing maintenance team. This is a working foreman position that combines hands-on mechanical duties with leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be experienced in diagnosing and repairing ready mix concrete trucks and will help recruit, train, and manage a future team of mechanics as our operations expand.
Key Responsibilities:
Mechanic Duties:
- Perform scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs on ready mix trucks, diesel engines, hydraulics, air brakes, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform diagnostics using appropriate tools and software.
- Maintain maintenance logs and complete repair records in a timely and accurate manner.
Foreman Duties:
- Act as the lead mechanic and oversee daily shop operations.
- Help build and grow a team of mechanics as the fleet and operational needs expand.
- Coordinate and prioritize maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and support production needs.
- Order parts, manage inventory, and communicate with vendors as needed.
- Monitor shop expenses and assist with budgeting for repairs and capital expenditures.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures, DOT regulations, and environmental standards.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in diesel mechanics or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience as a heavy truck mechanic, preferably with ready mix or construction equipment.
- Leadership experience or strong interest in taking on a supervisory role and building a team.
- Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatic systems, and electrical systems.
- Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred or ability to obtain).
- Self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills.
- Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for leadership growth and team development
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