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Head Mechanic

  • Head Mechanic job type Posted on: Oct 28, 2026
  • Head Mechanic experience level Buffalo Biodiesel Inc
  • Head Mechanic employment type Tonawanda, New York
  • Head Mechanic salary Salary: $45 per hour
  • Head Mechanic employment type Onsite
  • Head Mechanic salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Head Mechanic

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Tonawanda New York United States

Remote :

No

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Job Description

Job Description

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is in growth mode and currently seeking a skilled and motivated Head Mechanic to support the team.  This role is ideal for a hands-on commercial truck mechanic who can assist in leading shop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant fleet performance. 

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily shop operations and manage shop staff
  • Ensure repair policies are met
  • Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on commercial trucks and heavy duty vehicles
  • Oversee, assign, and support routine and preventative maintenance tasks
  • Work closely with mechanics to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues
  • Maintain accurate repair logs, parts usage, and service records
  • Collaborate with Fleet Management and Dispatch to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime
  • Assist with onboarding, training, and performance support for mechanics
  • Ensure shop safety, cleanliness, and compliance with company policies
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or community college courses in automotive technology or related fields is preferred
  • 5+ years' of hands-on commercial truck repair experience
  • Experience supporting or supervising mechanics in a shop environment
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Valid driver's license; CDL preferred but not required
  • Maintain a drug-free lifestyle (BBD complies with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act)

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) + match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Growth Opportunities

Shift:

  • Monday through Friday
  • 7:00am – 4:00pm

Who We Are:

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. has been in business since 2005. We are a growing company that collects and recycles used cooking oil. With over 20 years in business, we collect, and process used cooking oil to produce Biodiesel, a carbon reducing alternative fuel to Hydrocarbons. We operate in 15 States with service to over 27,000 locations and growing. Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is subject to and complies with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00

License/Certification:

  • CDL (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Posted:

Oct 28, 2026

Reference Number:

5629710e

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

$45 per hour

City:

Tonawanda

Job Origin:

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Job Description

Job Description

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is in growth mode and currently seeking a skilled and motivated Head Mechanic to support the team.  This role is ideal for a hands-on commercial truck mechanic who can assist in leading shop operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant fleet performance. 

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily shop operations and manage shop staff
  • Ensure repair policies are met
  • Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on commercial trucks and heavy duty vehicles
  • Oversee, assign, and support routine and preventative maintenance tasks
  • Work closely with mechanics to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues
  • Maintain accurate repair logs, parts usage, and service records
  • Collaborate with Fleet Management and Dispatch to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime
  • Assist with onboarding, training, and performance support for mechanics
  • Ensure shop safety, cleanliness, and compliance with company policies
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or community college courses in automotive technology or related fields is preferred
  • 5+ years' of hands-on commercial truck repair experience
  • Experience supporting or supervising mechanics in a shop environment
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Valid driver's license; CDL preferred but not required
  • Maintain a drug-free lifestyle (BBD complies with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act)

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) + match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Growth Opportunities

Shift:

  • Monday through Friday
  • 7:00am – 4:00pm

Who We Are:

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. has been in business since 2005. We are a growing company that collects and recycles used cooking oil. With over 20 years in business, we collect, and process used cooking oil to produce Biodiesel, a carbon reducing alternative fuel to Hydrocarbons. We operate in 15 States with service to over 27,000 locations and growing. Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is subject to and complies with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00

License/Certification:

  • CDL (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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