Fleet Maintenance Lead Technician — Gas & Diesel

JSR Truck Repair; Mahtomedi (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health and dental coverage

Paid time off

Referral bonus program

Birthday, work anniversary and holiday

Job summary

Job Site Repair (Mahtomedi) seeks a seasoned Fleet Maintenance Lead Technician to head the evening crew. You will diagnose tough issues, mentor technicians, and own the workflow for medium-duty diesel trucks and fleet vehicles while maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires leading priorities, coordinating parts, and communicating clearly with customers and ownership. You will perform diesel and automotive repairs, schedule PMs, and use scan tools to identify electrical and mechanical

Qualifications

• 7+ years hands-on automotive and/or diesel repair experience.
• Experience with medium-duty platforms, gas/diesel powertrains, and fleets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the night shift crew and manage workshop workflow.
• Perform diesel and automotive repairs plus scheduled PMs.
• Diagnose issues using scan tools and software; guide teammates on complex problems.
• Coordinate parts sourcing, orders, and vendor communications.
• Update customers and ownership with clear timelines and recommendations.
• Ensure safety-critical inspections are completed and shop remains organized and safe.
• Coach for quality and efficiency and maintain safe shop practices.

Skills

Leadership

Diagnostics

Mentoring

Ticket prioritization

Communication

Safety mindset

Independent work

Fleet repair

Tools

Scan tools

Job description

Ready to lead a night-shift crew that keeps fleets moving?Job Site Repair (Mahtomedi) is a family-run shop founded in 1989. We’re seeking a Fleet Maintenance Lead Technician who prefers a wrench in one hand and a plan in the other. If you love diagnosing tough issues, mentoring techs, and owning the workflow, let’s talk.What will you work on?Medium-duty diesel trucksGas trucksFleet vehicles like step vans and box trucksHow will you lead?Set priorities and assign repairs to keep the board movingPerform diesel and automotive repairs plus scheduled PMsUse scan tools and software to find and fix electrical/mechanical faultsJump in on complex troubleshooting and guide teammatesEvaluate units, verify repairs with testing, and note future needsCoordinate parts sourcing, orders, and vendor communicationsUpdate customers and ownership with clear timelines and recommendationsEnsure safety-critical inspections are completedCoach for quality and efficiency; maintain an organized, safe shopKeep tools and equipment in proper, safe operating conditionOther duties as assignedWhen will you work?Monday–FridayEvening shift: 5:00 PM–2:00 AMNo weekendsDo you fit?7+ years of hands-on automotive and/or diesel repair experienceExperience with medium-duty platforms, gas/diesel powertrains, and fleetsPrevious foreman, lead tech, or supervisor experience preferredExceptional electrical and mechanical diagnostic abilityTrack record of prioritizing tickets, assigning jobs, and driving throughputLeader who supports, trains, and develops mechanicsReliable, organized, and comfortable working independentlyStrong communicator with employees, customers, vendors, and ownershipSafety-first mindset and top-notch workmanshipValid driver’s licenseAbility to pass a background checkPerks you’ll appreciate401(k) with matchingHealth and dental coveragePaid time offReferral bonus programBirthday, work anniversary, and holiday recognitionPredictable Monday–Friday schedule with no weekendsStable, family-owned shop since 1989Skills that make you shineEngine performance and drivability diagnosticsDiesel engine systems expertiseBrake and suspension servicePreventive maintenance and inspectionsAutomotive repair and engine repairBrake serviceLight-vehicle diesel knowledgeOil service and fluid maintenanceFuel system diagnosticsDiesel and heavy equipment familiarityAutomotive repair and service systemsShop tech & platformsDiesel EngineDiesel VehiclesComplianceAbility to pass a background checkThink you’re the leader our night crew needs? Apply now and make your mark at Job Site Repair in Mahtomedi.