Maintenance Technician Lead

Join International and Help Build the Future of Transportation.

The International San Antonio Manufacturing Plant (STX) is a leading commercial vehicle manufacturing facility, producing Class 6–8 trucks and electric vehicles through advanced manufacturing and connected technologies. We are looking for dedicated employees who share our values of Customer First, Team Spirit, Respect, Responsibility, and Eliminating Waste. Frontline employees play an important role in delivering safe, high-quality products to our customers each day. International offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, training, and growth opportunities to support employees at every stage of their career. The Maintenance Technician Lead performs manufacturing production and non-production machine and equipment maintenance. Performs skilled preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure maximum up-time. Oversees work assignments for Maintenance Technicians, supports and trains others.

Work Schedule 

Monday - Thursday, 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM

This position supports a manufacturing environment and requires flexibility to meet operational needs, including production recovery days, overtime, and occasional Friday or weekend coverage as needed. Schedules, start times, and transition timing may vary based on business needs. 

The Maintenance Technician Lead performs manufacturing production and non-production machine and equipment maintenance. Performs skilled preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure maximum up-time. Oversees work assignments for Maintenance Technicians, supports and trains others.

• Works within the Production & Logistics (P&L) Way, reads and follows verbal and standard written work instructions (SWI), position standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Acts with Customer First mindset, seeks and restores Normal Situation before improving, and encourages appropriate Andon utilization.
• Demonstrates ownership, a learning mindset, and continuous improvement initiative.
• Acts as a deliberate, performance focused coach who models expected behaviors, values, and standards, including consistent attendance, while actively developing and engaging the team.
• Complies with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements; reports hazards, environmental risks, and incidents, uses required PPE; operates equipment safety, and helps maintain a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
• Continuously coaches the 100% mindset, connecting standardized work and daily performance to operational outcome.  
• Consistently models and coaches the priorities of SHE, Quality, Delivery and Cost, setting clear expectations for accountability, and problem prevention at the source.
• Applies strong KPI knowledge using Visual Management Boards, Strategic Plans, and Assessment Boards to monitor performance, drive accountability, and achieve operational goals.
• Consistently utilizes the 4-Step Training Method  & Train the Trainer Method
• Meets the required competency or certification standards for workstations, areas and processes per the department skills matrix.
• Leads with safe work behavior, including the utilization of proper safety equipment and adherence to safety guidelines. Identifies and corrects or escalates potentially unsafe situations/conditions.
• Makes problems visible and ensures countermeasures are implemented, tracked, and sustained.
• Lead strong safety, normal situation, 5S standards, good organization of workspace and housekeeping practices.
• Actively participates, explains issues, and targets on the RTM board. Takes responsibility for countermeasures and actions.  
• Demonstrates adherence to Leader Standard Work (LSW)
• Drives both individual and collective performance by providing positive motivation.
• Leads with empathy, listens to people, and drives resolution with interpersonal conflict.
• Troubleshoot and repair motor control and drive systems, various robotics systems, machine network systems, tooling systems, industrial control systems, and various forms of industrial automation.
• Perform metal fabrication, welding and heavy equipment repair.
• Perform routine inspections and manage time-sensitive work orders (including emergency repairs), communicating equipment status, risks, and constraints to the Lead/Supervisor and maintenance team. 
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electro-mechanical production equipment and supporting systems (hydraulic/pneumatic and fluid process-control), including plasma cutters and automated welding/painting equipment. 
• Diagnose equipment failures at the system and component level and execute/coordinate corrective actions to restore production and sustain plant reliability. 
• Interpret blueprints and schematics to identify circuits/components and rebuild equipment per written and oral instructions. 
• Work with cross-functional and maintenance teams to resolve open issues, actively participate in emergency response activities as trained/assigned, and perform other duties as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
• Physical Requirements (Ability to do the following up to 10 hours per shift):
• Walk, stand, sit, bend, twist/turn, kneel, squat, crawl
• Climb using both legs and arms
• Head/neck movement
• Reach outward or above the shoulder
• Lift, carry, push, or pull 15-45 pounds
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers
• Ability to identify and safely use vibrating tools and hand tools. 
• Depth perception required
• Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color
• Exposure to constant and intermittent noise, fumes, smoke and gases, solvents, paint, grease and oils, radiant energy, and slippery surfaces
• Drive or operate equipment such as lifts and/or motor vehicles
• May be required to work on units outdoors 
• Expert in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic concepts and components; ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics and identify schematic symbols. 
• Expert knowledge of industrial safety requirements for work involving hazardous, flammable, and potentially explosive materials/environments, including strict adherence to LOTO and COHE procedures. 
• Expert Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), preventive maintenance & troubleshooting of industrial systems. 
• May be required to work on equipment outdoors  
• General understanding of industrial safety principles 
• Ability to self-manage work priorities 
• May be required to work on equipment outdoors  
• Must be flexible, participate in an on-call schedule, and complete mandatory overtime rotations as needed.

• Previous supervisory experience in a team environment
• Electrical or Maintenance Journeyman license, Associates Degree or Certificate in Industrial Maintenance preferred
• 3+ years’ experience troubleshooting, installing, and repairing production equipment and industrial electrical/automation systems, including PLCs, robotics, VFDs, electrical panels/conduit, power/control wiring, welding/fabrication, building automation, and automated paining processes.  
• Expert working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and voltages (24-480V), including safe and accurate use of volt/ohm meter.  
• Expert knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components
• HVAC, Refrigerant, Welding certification a plus
• Ability to perform root cause analysis  
• Communicates clearly to ensure expected results
• Customer focused and drives for results
• Proficient computer skills

This position offers competitive hourly pay along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, and hearing coverage; paid time off (vacation) and holidays; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and tuition assistance. Employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides confidential support when needed

About TRATON
With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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