Lead Mechanic

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Summary

Ensures the company's facility needs are met by providing services and maintenance to ensure the safe and efficient operations of all equipment utilized for maintenance activities, determining the actual needs for material and equipment, and maintaining and improving current facilities cost effectively. Responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of power mechanical equipment and company vehicles.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Prepares accurate records on maintenance, repairs and fuel levels of equipment.
• Maintains all decals, safety warnings and company ID stickers.
• Completes work orders for internal and external repairs.
• Repairs power and mechanical equipment.
• Maintains company vehicles.
• Checks and refuels equipment.
• Undertakes complex repair and maintenance projects.
• Reports safety violations to supervisor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the mechanical field.

Career Level Dimensions

Typical Training/Experience

• Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas.
• Generally 7+ years of experience in a related area of responsibility.

Problem Complexity

• May modify processes to resolve situations.

Autonomy

• Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes.
• Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies.

Leadership

• Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel.
• Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.

Environmental Job Requirements

• Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness.
• No travel required.
• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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