Mechanic & Equipment Superintendent (Charleston)
Who We Are GMB Powerline Services is part of CMAK Energy Group, a family-owned group based in West Virginia. We provide planned utility construction, maintenance, and storm response services. Our IBEW crews deploy from regional hubs spanning the Gulf Coast, Northeast, Midwest, and beyond to build, maintain, and rapidly restore power infrastructure with uncompromising safety and quality. Committed to operational excellence, we’re growing our fleet and workforce while prioritizing a safer, more reliable energy grid. Join our tight-knit, union-proud team and help power progress in every community we serve. Position Summary The Mechanic & Equipment Superintendent oversees all company mechanics, shop operations, out-of-service fleet, and tool, equipment, and parts inventory supporting planned utility work and storm restoration. This position directs maintenance and repairs, establishes shop and inventory procedures, and ensures vehicles and tools are safe, properly documented, and ready for deployment. The Superintendent manages daily workloads, vendors, procurement, and costs while coordinating with Fleet Services, Field Operations, Logistics, Safety, and Finance to reduce downtime and maintain operational readiness. Key Duties and Responsibilities Mechanic and Shop Supervision • Supervise all company mechanics, and shop and field mechanics; provide direction to tooling, inventory, and other assigned shop personnel. • Assign and prioritize work orders, schedule personnel and field repair coverage, monitor repair quality and productivity, and coordinate timekeeping with Payroll. • Train, coach, and evaluate staff; identify skill gaps, support hiring and onboarding, and hold employees accountable for safety, workmanship, documentation, and established procedures. • Oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs for vehicles, bucket trucks, digger derricks, trailers, and other assigned equipment; provide technical guidance and hands-on support as needed. Out of Service Fleet Management • Maintain an accurate out-of-service fleet register showing unit identification, location, defect, assigned mechanic or vendor, parts needed, estimated cost, projected completion date, and current status. • Ensure unsafe or defective units are identified, tagged, secured, and removed from dispatch availability; coordinate towing, transport, and repair arrangements as needed. • Prioritize repairs by safety, operational demand, and storm readiness; follow up on delayed parts and vendor work, and communicate downtime and revised completion dates to Fleet Services and Operations. • Verify repairs, required inspections and testing, and supporting documentation before authorizing return to service under company procedures; coordinate unit status updates with dispatch and Logistics. • Identify repeat failures and recommend corrective actions, major repairs, replacement, or retirement to Fleet Services leadership. Tools and Equipment Inventory • Oversee the full lifecycle of tools and equipment, including selection, receiving, identification, storage, issuance, transfer, return, repair, testing, and approved disposal. • Manage tool crib operations and accurate asset records using fleet or inventory systems and barcode or RFID tracking where available; conduct cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies. • Standardize truck and crew tooling lists; inspect assigned inventories with Field Superintendent and crew leadership, and document shortages, damage, loss, and corrective actions. • Forecast tooling needs, maintain appropriate stock levels, and coordinate truck outfitting and replenishment for planned work and storm deployments. • Coordinate required tool inspections, dielectric testing, calibration, and certification; maintain due-date records and quarantine expired, damaged, or failed tools until cleared for use. Parts Inventory and Procurement • Manage parts, consumables, and fleet supplies; establish critical stock and reorder levels, secure storage, and accurate records of receipts, usage, returns, and parts charged to specific units or work orders. • Source components, obtain quotes, and coordinate purchases within company approval requirements; verify correct parts, delivery dates, warranty coverage, and return or core credits. • Manage vendor and repair-provider relationships; review service quality, pricing, turnaround time, and negotiated terms within delegated authority. • Prepare and reconcile purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices; resolve discrepancies and coordinate payment processing with Finance and Accounting. • Monitor maintenance and tooling spending, support budget preparation, and recommend savings through standardization, warranty recovery, preventive maintenance, and inventory control. Safety Compliance and Yard Oversight • Establish and enforce shop, maintenance, tooling, and inventory procedures in coordination with Fleet Services and Safety; ensure work follows applicable regulatory, manufacturer, and utility requirements. • Maintain current service records, inspection reports, tool certifications, and audit documentation; coordinate vehicle inspections and specialized equipment testing before due dates. • Enforce required PPE, safe lifting, lockout and energy-control procedures, and safe use of shop equipment; promptly address hazards and report incidents. • Maintain clean, organized shops and yards with designated storage, repair, staging, and out-of-service areas; keep access routes clear and oversee safe handling of fluids, batteries, and waste. Operational Readiness and Storm Support • Coordinate with Operations on equipment availability, repair priorities, mobilization schedules, and field support needs; report fleet readiness, repair backlog, inventory gaps, and cost concerns to leadership. • Prepare vehicles, equipment, spare parts, and tools for deployment; verify maintenance status, required documentation, and crew tooling before release. • Coordinate mechanic coverage and urgent repairs during storm response; oversee post-storm inspections, damage documentation, repairs, restocking, and equipment returns. Other • Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals, including tasks outside of the primary job function as operational needs evolve. Qualifications Required • High school diploma or equivalent. • Minimum of five years of experience in automotive, diesel, or heavy equipment maintenance and repair, including at least two years of shop administration, scheduling, or maintenance coordination. • Experience supervising mechanics or shop personnel and managing maintenance priorities, parts inventory, vendors, and repair records. • Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems and specialized fleet equipment; ability to interpret technical manuals and schematics. • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel and respond to short-notice operational needs; ability to report reliably to the Sissonville yard, including during storm activations. Preferred • Vocational or technical training, automotive or diesel certifications, or comparable equipment maintenance credentials. • Experience with utility construction fleets, aerial devices, digger derricks, line tools, and storm restoration support. • Experience with computerized fleet maintenance systems, barcode or RFID inventory control, tool testing, calibration, and inspection programs. • Commercial driver’s license appropriate to assigned vehicles. Technical Skills and Competencies • Mechanical troubleshooting and repair planning; ability to assess equipment condition and verify repair quality. • Fleet and inventory software, spreadsheets, work order tracking, recordkeeping, and clear status reporting. • Leadership, workload planning, vendor coordination, cost control, and communication with field crews and senior leadership. • Ability to make sound decisions under changing priorities while maintaining safe work practices and accurate documentation. Job Type: Full-Time; Hourly (Non-Exempt), Overtime Eligible Benefits • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Health Insurance Options • Voluntary Benefit Options • 401(k) Plans Physical and Travel Requirements This role is primarily based in the shop and yard, with visits to remote yards, vendors, and industry meetings as needed. Overnight and short-notice travel may be required during emergency response operations. Work includes frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and working around vehicles and equipment, including in restricted spaces and varying weather conditions. The role requires regular lifting and handling of items up to 50 pounds, use of appropriate lifting aids or team assistance, computer work, and required PPE. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Storm Duty and Operational Support Requirement As a company supporting critical infrastructure and emergency response operations, all employees share a responsibility to support storm restoration and emergency r
