Lead Shop Technician – Heavy Equipment & Diesel

Peterson Cat; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Machinery Co. in Medford, OR is seeking a Shop Lead Person to supervise a busy service shop.

The role blends hands-on repair work with leadership, coordinating daily tasks and ensuring timely, high-quality service for both internal and external customers. You will organize, schedule, and assign work; provide on-the-job training to technicians; maintain safety practices and tools; and support the supervisor in customer relations.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Diesel Technology from an accredited college.
• Minimum six years of directly related heavy equipment service experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures.
• Organize, prioritize, schedule and assign work to optimize department productivity.
• Coordinate service and repair activities to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Provide on-the-job training and technical guidance to department technicians.
• Communicate with customers and departments to promote positive relationships.
• Monitor work orders and ensure accuracy and high workmanship.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s Degree in Diesel Technology

Job description

Peterson Machinery Co. in Medford, OR is seeking a Shop Lead Person to supervise a busy service shop.

The role blends hands-on repair work with leadership, coordinating daily tasks and ensuring timely, high-quality service for both internal and external customers. You will organize, schedule, and assign work; provide on-the-job training to technicians; maintain safety practices and tools; and support the supervisor in customer relations.