Lead Diesel Technician - Heavy Trucks

Peterson Holding Company

California (MO)

On-site

USD 108,000 - 132,000

Full time

11 days ago
Application generator

Don’t send a generic resume — generate a resume and cover letter tailored to this exact role.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Peterson Trucks, Inc. in San Martin, CA seeks a Lead Technician to coordinate shop activities and perform service and repair work to ensure prompt, high-quality results for customers.

You will train technicians, facilitate large projects, and support department leadership in daily operations. The ideal candidate has an Associate Degree in Diesel Technology and at least 6 years of hands-on heavy equipment service experience, plus a lift truck operator certification.

Qualifications

  • Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology.
  • Minimum of 6 years of directly related experience in heavy equipment service.
  • Equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
  • Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
  • Organize, prioritize, schedule and assign work in the department to optimize department productivity.
  • Review all work orders for accuracy.
  • Monitor department work in progress to ensure jobs are completed on time and to the highest quality standards.
  • Keep current on service, repair, and modification procedures for all brands and models of products assigned to the department.
  • Oversee the inventory and maintenance of department tools, equipment, and supplies.
  • Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.

Skills

Heavy equipment service experience

Education

Associate Degree in Diesel Technology

Tools

Lift truck operator certification

Job description

Peterson Trucks, Inc. in San Martin, CA seeks a Lead Technician to coordinate shop activities and perform service and repair work to ensure prompt, high-quality results for customers.

You will train technicians, facilitate large projects, and support department leadership in daily operations. The ideal candidate has an Associate Degree in Diesel Technology and at least 6 years of hands-on heavy equipment service experience, plus a lift truck operator certification.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Lead Diesel Technician & Shop Supervisor
Lead Diesel Technician & Shop Supervisor

Peterson Holding Company • California (MO), Northern (KY)

Hybrid
USD 148,781,000 - 152,914,000
Lead Diesel Technician & Shop Supervisor
Lead Diesel Technician & Shop Supervisor

Peterson Cat • California (MO)

On-site
USD 106,000 - 114,000
Lead Diesel Technician & Heavy Equipment Shop Coach
Lead Diesel Technician & Heavy Equipment Shop Coach

Peterson Tractor Company • California (MO)

On-site
USD 61,000 - 83,000
Competitive wages
Generous benefits
Promotional opportunities
Diesel Truck Technician Trainee – Field Service
Diesel Truck Technician Trainee – Field Service

Peterson Holding Company • San Leandro (CA)

On-site
USD 39,000 - 55,000
Diesel Truck Technician — Field & Shop Expert
Diesel Truck Technician — Field & Shop Expert

Peterson Holding Company • San Leandro (CA)

On-site
USD 48,216 - 70,422
Competitive wages
Generous benefits
Promotion opportunities
Lead Shop Technician – Diesel & Heavy Equipment
Lead Shop Technician – Diesel & Heavy Equipment

Peterson Holding Company • Medford (OR)

On-site
USD 60,000 - 86,000
Foreman
Foreman

Peterson Cat • California (MO)

On-site
USD 106,000 - 114,000
Field Technician - Heavy Equipment Repair
Field Technician - Heavy Equipment Repair

Peterson Tractor Company • California (MO)

On-site
USD 83,000 - 103,000
Field Equipment Technician: Heavy Diesel & Hydraulic Repair
Field Equipment Technician: Heavy Diesel & Hydraulic Repair

Peterson Holding Company • Santa Rosa (CA)

On-site
USD 125,000 - 147,000
Competitive wages
Generous benefits
Opportunities for growth
Heavy-Duty Truck Repair Technician — Field & Shop
Heavy-Duty Truck Repair Technician — Field & Shop

Peterson Cat • Fortuna (CA)

On-site
USD 36,000 - 55,000