Lead Technician - 2nd Shift

Hunter Truck; Pennsville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Competitive paid time off

Job summary

Hunter Truck in Pennsville Township is seeking a Lead Technician who can perform diagnosis and repairs of vehicle components with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate should have experience in electrical repairs and air conditioning, as well as engine and driveline troubleshooting.

This full-time position operates Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, offering competitive pay based on experience. Join a supportive team at a family-owned dealership that values career growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Five years related experience required.
• Experience with electrical repair and air conditioning systems.
• Must be able to obtain a passing grade during OEM/vendor training.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnosis and repairs of most vehicle components without supervision.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Document all work performed and recommended on the repair order.

Skills

Engine and driveline troubleshooting

Electrical repair

A/C system experience

Component overhaul experience

Teamwork

Education

Vocational/technical school graduate

Job description

Lead Technician

At Hunter Truck, our people are the heart of everything we do, and we’re excited to grow our team! Since 1938, our family‑owned Peterbilt dealership has built its reputation on integrity, teamwork, and outstanding service across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New Jersey, and New York. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes an impact, you’ll thrive here. Come build your career with a team that invests in you from day one.

Position at a Glance

Location: Pennsville, NJ

Position Type: Full‑Time

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Address: 454 North Broadway, Pennsville, NJ 08070

Pay: $31.80 – $37.10/hour – Based on experience

What You’ll Do

As a Lead Technician, you will function as an experienced technician who is able to perform diagnosis and repairs of most vehicle components without supervision. You will:

• Perform unsupervised work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Perform major component repairs and/or overhauls.
• Diagnose vehicle problems based on customer complaints and inspection.
• Determine cause of most malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Perform electrical and/or air conditioning system repairs.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examine assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicate with service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Document all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Document all required information for successful completion of a warranty claim.
• Must be able to meet specified times consistently.
• Must be able to consistently maintain greater than 80% productivity and greater than 95% efficiency.
• Road‑test vehicles or refer to test technician.
• Assist other technicians in major repairs.
• Participate in manufacturer‑sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Keep abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Inspect and test‑drive newly delivered vehicles for obvious damage and missing major components and drivability functions.
• Install optional equipment specified by the customer or dealer and report machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Work in a team environment.
• Ensure that customers' vehicles are kept clean and notify service advisor immediately of any changes to appearance or condition.
• Keep shop area neat and clean, including emptying trash cans when needed.
• Maintain and be accountable for all dealership‑owned tools and manuals, returning them to the proper place and in the same condition as received.
• Understand, keep abreast of, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations such as hazardous waste disposal and OSHA Right‑to‑Know.
• Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner and report any safety issues immediately to management.
• Adhere to and promote all existing health and safety policies in the workplace to reinforce the Hunter culture of a safe work environment.

What You Bring

Education & Experience:

• Vocational/technical school graduate preferred.
• Five years related experience required.
• Must have experience in engine and driveline troubleshooting.
• Must have experience in electrical repair and air conditioning systems.
• Must have component overhaul experience and/or specialty (A/C or electrical) experience.
• Must be able to obtain a passing grade during Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and/or vendor training.

Certificates & Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License required; must meet company insurability standards.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with ability to drive manual transmission preferred; must meet company insurability standards.
• State Vehicle Inspector Certification (Class 7) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Why Work With Us

• Your hard work earns real rewards with competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package to keep you and your family covered—including medical, dental, vision, FSA, and a variety of optional benefits.
• 401(k) with company match because your future matters.
• Competitive paid time off and paid holidays.
• Training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.
• A supportive, team‑first culture where you’re never just a number.
• A legacy of stability in a company that is family‑owned and trusted since 1938.

Ready to apply? If you want a role where you’re valued, supported, and able to grow, this is it. Apply today and take the next step in your career.

Hunter Truck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all employees.