Mechanical Team Lead

Company Profile: 

USA DeBusk is a best-in-class mechanical and industrial cleaning services provider specializing in servicing the downstream energy market.  We offer the full suite of maintenance and turnaround services including hydro blasting, hydro cutting, hydro excavation, chemical cleaning, PEPTM polymer extraction service, vacuum services, tank cleaning, degassing/vapor control, FCC catalyst handling and transportation, and specialty turnaround services.  Founded in 2012, USA DeBusk currently has field offices in 24 cities and continues to provide services internationally. 

Summary/Objective:

The Mechanical Lead is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, readiness, and reliability of the UDCC rental equipment fleet, including pumps, fittings, valves, exchangers, drums, reactive equipment, and related components. This role leads maintenance operations by coordinating preventive maintenance activities, supporting equipment quality standards, developing team capabilities, and ensuring fleet availability to meet operational demands. While maintenance is the primary focus of the position, the Mechanical Lead is expected to remain flexible and support returns, count-in activities, load-outs, and other operational priorities as business needs shift. This position works closely with the Warehouse Manager and other operational leads ensuring equipment readiness and overall fleet performance

Responsibilities:

May include, but are not limited to, the following

• Serve as the primary lead for equipment maintenance activities across the fleet, including identifying maintenance needs, planning repairs, establishing preventive maintenance schedules, prioritizing work, and executing maintenance on pumps, fittings, exchangers, drums, reactive equipment, and other mechanical components. As business demands shift, support equipment returns, count-in processes, load-outs, and other operational priorities to ensure fleet readiness and customer service objectives are met.
• Support the development, standardization, and digitization of maintenance procedures and ensure compliance and execution once implemented.
• Train employees on maintenance procedures, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Maintain consumables and parts inventory by tracking usage, forecasting requirements, and ensuring adequate stock levels to support maintenance operations.
• Perform QA/QC inspections on equipment branding, Green Tag requirements, and rent-ready materials to verify compliance with visual, mechanical, and company standards.
• Work with the Warehouse Manager to identify and procure parts, components, and equipment required to support maintenance and operational objectives.
• Provide assistance to other operational functions and lead personnel as needed to meet changing business demands and support overall branch performance.

Qualifications:  

• Hands-on mechanical experience (PTZs/Diesel driven, Air Operated Diaphragm and Injection pumps, check and Gate valves, fittings, Drain and Steam details, and related components).
• Ability to lead, train, and coordinate a small maintenance team.
• Organized approach to scheduling and inventory.
• Strong attention to detail for visual and mechanical QA/QC.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new equipment and develop procedures from scratch.

Physical Requirements

to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Must be capable of regularly speaking and hearing while utilizing hands to control or manipulate objects.
• Must be capable of seeing close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be willing and capable of sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing, balancing, kneeling or reaching above the shoulders. 
• Must be willing and physically capable of lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be willing and capable of standing and/or walking continuously for long period of time.
• Must be able to make general decisions requiring judgement and perform activities requiring sustained concentration.
• Must be able to work extended hours and rotational schedules.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

USA DeBusk is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any legally protected characteristic or class.