Lead Mechanic.

National Cement Limited T/A Kirk Concrete

Invites application for the position of Lead Mechanic
The successful candidate will be responsible for Overseeing proper servicing and repairs of all the company plant, trucks, vehicles and equipment, including:

Duties:
• Overseeing all personnel and activities in the shop, ensuring all work is done properly, efficiently, and to company standards; promote teamwork; ensuring proper work conditions are maintained; training employees as needed,
• Setting priorities and scheduling the work to be done; coordinating with the Operations department all work to be done,
• Maintaining accurate automated and paper files of maintenance and repair records,
• Monitoring parts inventory and coordinating orders with the Maintenance Manager to ensure the proper parts and supplies are available when needed. Check – in special order parts to verify accuracy of order,
• Coordinating all operations with the Maintenance Manager daily,
• Overseeing and assisting in keeping the shop area and all tools, shop vehicles, and equipment neat, clean, and in good repair,
• Overseeing and maintaining security program to protect tools and equipment from theft and damage,
• Ensuring that all company safety regulations and policies are followed at ALL times; notify the Maintenance Manager immediately of any potential or current safety problems,
• Ensuring that all company environmental regulations and policies are followed; notify the Maintenance Manager or the Operations Manager of any potential or current safety problems,
• Scheduling routine maintenance and repairs of vehicles and equipment by outside service,
• Dispatching mechanics to service equipment on road and monitor radio/telephone to provide directions, troubleshooting guidance, and problem solving. Fill break down reports,
• Promote and maintain a clean Work Environment,
• Performing audits for preventive maintenance inspection,
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.

The Lead Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Manager. Regular operating hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Mon to Fri, 7am to 12pm Sat (45 regular hours per week, 195 average regular hours per month) and 24/7 availability is required. All employees are subject to random testing for drugs and alcohol.

Requirements:
At a minimum candidate must demonstrate:
1. Current, valid Cayman Islands Driver’s License, Group 4.
2. With at Least 10-year experience in working with heavy equipment, Trucks and/or industrial plants at a supervisory level
3. Ability to understand and interpret shop manuals and specifications.
4. Knowledge and dexterity in operating and using shop tools and equipment.
5. Working experience in the overhaul and repairs of Diesel and gasoline engines, experience and understanding of hydraulic pumps and motors.
6. Ability to communicate effectively.
7. Proficiency in the English language.

The hourly wage for this position ranges from KYD $17 .00 to KYD $19.00 per hour, plus pension and health benefits and two weeks of paid vacation.