Senior Equipment Technician & Team Lead - Diesel Equipment

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock seeks an experienced Equipment Technician supervisor to oversee repairs on automotive, trucks, and construction equipment. You will perform complex repairs, evaluate work, and supervise technicians.

This role requires an associate degree in auto/diesel mechanics and journey-level experience, plus a valid CDL. You will train staff, manage repair orders, and ensure high quality service with strong customer relations.

Qualifications

• Completion of an associate degree in auto/diesel mechanics with four years of journey level mechanic experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Physical Exam Required; Valid Current Commercial Driver's License.
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine repair techniques.
• Ability to perform state vehicle inspections; Perform difficult repairs on major systems; Use precision tools and instruments.
• Meet certification and competency standards; Communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of an equipment technician.
• Perform difficult automotive and mechanical repairs requiring precision on vehicles, trucks, and equipment.
• Conduct training and safety sessions for subordinate technicians.
• Perform advanced service writer duties such as pricing repair orders and posting production data on a computer.
• Evaluate quality and expedience of technician's tasks and assign repair orders.
• Ensure quality service through effective customer relations and timely feedback.
• Function as service manager/supervisor in the event of absence.

Skills

Diagnostics

Communication

Supervision

Safety training

Education

Associate degree in auto/diesel mechanics

Journeyman level mechanic experience

Job description

The City of Lubbock seeks an experienced Equipment Technician supervisor to oversee repairs on automotive, trucks, and construction equipment. You will perform complex repairs, evaluate work, and supervise technicians.

This role requires an associate degree in auto/diesel mechanics and journey-level experience, plus a valid CDL. You will train staff, manage repair orders, and ensure high quality service with strong customer relations.