Heavy-Duty Diesel Shop Supervisor — Lead Technician

Smirecyclers; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AllMetal Recycling in Wichita, KS is seeking a Shop Supervisor to assist the Shop Manager in daily diesel repair operations. This hands-on leadership role coordinates technicians, oversees workloads, and ensures repairs meet quality and safety standards.

You will diagnose faults using Cummins, Paccar, Cat, Allison, and Eaton diagnostic tools, supervise technicians, and drive efficiency while maintaining strong customer service and team morale in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• Diagnose complex faults with engine software for Cummins, Paccar, and Caterpillar.
• Overhaul heavy-duty transmissions and perform bumper-to-bumper repairs.
• Lead by example on the shop floor and guide apprentices through teardowns.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex faults using specialized software for Cummins, Paccar, and Caterpillar engines.
• Overhaul heavy-duty transmissions including Allison automatics and Eaton Fuller manuals.
• Execute bumper-to-bumper repairs on all fleet equipment and trucks.
• Assign daily repair orders to technicians based on strengths.
• Lead by example on the shop floor by maintaining high efficiency.
• Guide apprentice mechanics through difficult engine and drivetrain teardowns.
• Review technician labor times to maximize shop productivity.
• Road-test vehicles when required and approved before pickup.
• Verify parts ordering accuracy with parts personnel.
• Maintain shop equipment including lifts, devices, pumps, and diag equipment.
• Explain technical failures clearly to the technician performing repairs.
• Provide accurate repair time frames
• Minimize fleet downtime through workflow prioritizing.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Customer service

Team leadership

Bilingual EN/ES

Tools

Cummins

Paccar

Caterpillar

Allison

Eaton

Job description

AllMetal Recycling in Wichita, KS is seeking a Shop Supervisor to assist the Shop Manager in daily diesel repair operations. This hands-on leadership role coordinates technicians, oversees workloads, and ensures repairs meet quality and safety standards.

You will diagnose faults using Cummins, Paccar, Cat, Allison, and Eaton diagnostic tools, supervise technicians, and drive efficiency while maintaining strong customer service and team morale in a fast-paced shop.