Diesel Service Manager - Lead Shop Operations

Salem Leasing; Wilmington Island (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Uniforms & safety shoes

Paid holidays

Vacation

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Salem Leasing is seeking a Service Manager to lead shop operations, ensuring efficient service and maintenance of customer equipment. You will supervise technicians, coordinate repairs, and maintain vendor relationships in a bustling, in-person facility.

The role requires a strong mechanical background with diesel expertise, leadership skills, and compliance with DOT/OSHA guidelines. We offer benefits and growth opportunities within a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on medium and heavy duty diesel truck mechanic and supervisory experience.
• Flexible with shifts, strong customer focus, meet scheduled deadlines.
• Working knowledge of computer diagnostics and shop parts/maintenance software.
• CDL license preferred; Brake and DOT Certification.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise activities of all assigned personnel.
• Provide supervision to employees and ensure duties are performed promptly.
• Hire, train and evaluate personnel.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with vendors and customers.
• Follow up on work needed for units sent to outside repairs.
• Ensure compliance with company, DOT and OSHA guidelines.
• Plan and prepare work schedules and assign duties.
• Provide training on company policies, safety and procedures.
• Perform duties of positions as needed and support Area Manager.

Skills

Diesel truck mechanic

Supervisory experience

Computer diagnostics

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Shop software

Job description

Salem Leasing is seeking a Service Manager to lead shop operations, ensuring efficient service and maintenance of customer equipment. You will supervise technicians, coordinate repairs, and maintain vendor relationships in a bustling, in-person facility.

The role requires a strong mechanical background with diesel expertise, leadership skills, and compliance with DOT/OSHA guidelines. We offer benefits and growth opportunities within a safety-focused team.