Tech in Charge

About the role

The Lead Diesel Technician will supervise and coordinate the activities of our diesel technician team, ensuring timely and efficient diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of diesel vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritize the workload of the diesel technician team, assigning tasks and ensuring that all work is completed in a timely manner.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to identify and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues in diesel vehicles and equipment.
• Manage inventory levels of parts and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels to support maintenance and repair activities while minimizing waste and excess inventory.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and other components, adhering to manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
• Coach and monitor members of the work team.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a diesel technician, with demonstrated proficiency in diagnosing and repairing diesel engines and related systems.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions - 100% of the job is performed outside.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day).
• Frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday.
• Lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to file or equipment stored at ground level.
• Tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes, and noise.

Benefits

• Vacation: up to 14 days per year
• Paid Sick Leave: 8 hrs monthly for full-time employees/ 5 hrs monthly for part-time employees
• Medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees
• Life insurance
• 401k retirement benefits
• Company holidays

Pay

Competitive compensation package of minimum $33.00 – Maximum $35.00

Schedule

Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent)