Senior Diesel Mechanic / Shop Foreman -Civil Site Contractor

DSM Contracting

Baltimore, MD

Pay: $32-$50/hr

Shift: Full time

**Job Overview**

As a Senior Diesel Mechanic / Shop Foreman, you’ll keep a civil site contractor’s fleet and shop moving. You’ll diagnose and repair diesel engines, heavy trucks, and construction equipment while coordinating shop work, maintenance, and repairs. The role combines hands-on mechanical work with clear direction for technicians and practical communication with leadership, vendors, operators, office and field.

**Responsibilities**

• Lead and coordinate shop repairs, equipment maintenance, and preventive maintenance for trucks, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, air brakes, suspension, shocks and struts, alignment, hydraulics, HVAC, and automotive electrical systems.
• Service excavators, cranes, forklifts, Caterpillar equipment, tractors, farm machinery, and industrial equipment; support heavy equipment operation as needed.
• Use schematics, hand and power tools, and diagnostic methods for mechanical systems repair, equipment repair, assembly, fabrication, welding, and soldering.
• Your impact: Reliable repairs help operators and project teams keep essential vehicles and equipment ready for civil site work.

**Experience**

• Demonstrated diesel mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics, heavy truck repair, vehicle maintenance, automotive repair, and vehicle systems experience; civil site construction experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and mechanic experience, including electrical experience, automotive diagnostics, and vehicle mechanics for truck drivers.
• Familiarity with shop management/scheduling, operations, inventory, vendor management and yard oversite.
• Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain varied equipment using appropriate tools and repair procedures.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills. Minimal supervision. Shop security and oversite.
• Microsoft office, Construction Apps and Smart phone experience required.

Pay: $32.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person