Shop Manager

Peckham Industries; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Industries in Westfield, MA is seeking a Shop Manager/Master Mechanic to supervise daily shop operations and ensure reliable maintenance of heavy equipment and diesel trucks.

This leadership role requires a seasoned diesel technician with strong management skills, safety focus, and the ability to coordinate with operations, safety, and procurement to keep projects on track.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates or bachelors in Diesel Technology, Business Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive diesel/mechanics experience with 3–5 years in a managerial/supervisory role.
• Experience overseeing teams, managing workflow, and aligning shop ops with business priorities.
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment systems, diagnostics, and repair techniques.
• Proficient in using diagnostic and shop management software.
• Experience managing maintenance schedules, parts procurement, and vendor relationships.
• Budgeting, labor planning, inventory control, and performance metrics expertise.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Provide advanced technical support for heavy equipment and diesel trucks.
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Manage parts inventory, procurement, and vendor relations.
• Recruit, train, and mentor staff; conduct performance evaluations.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Diagnostics

Shop software

Communication

Education

Diesel Technology / Business Mgmt degree

Tools

Diagnostic software

Shop management software

Job description

Peckham Industries

Shop Manager

Shop Manager/Master Mechanic

Position Title: Shop Manager/Master Mechanic

Date Posted: 09/09/2026

Location: Westfield, MA

Job Category: General Applicant

Salary Interval: Full Time

Pay Range: N/A

About Us

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our family by choice ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position Description

Job Summary: The Shop Manager/Master Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the shop, ensuring the timely and efficient maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and diesel trucks. This leadership role requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in diesel mechanics, proven management skills, and a commitment to safety, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Ownership and Caring: Lead and manage a team of technicians, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company policies and quality standards. Promote a culture of accountability and pride in workmanship.
• Compulsive Tinkering: Provide advanced technical support in diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and diesel trucks, as needed to support team performance.
• Focused: Ensure regular inspections and preventive maintenance schedules are carried out effectively to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Measurement: Manage parts and materials inventory, oversee procurement processes, and maintain optimal stock levels to support timely repairs and minimize delays.
• Results Matter: Recruit, train, and mentor technicians, fostering growth and continuous learning within the team. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Committed to Serve: Maintain accurate and up-to-date service records, work orders, and maintenance logs to ensure regulatory compliance and operational transparency.
• Respect and Engage: Work cross-functionally with operations, dispatch, and safety teams to prioritize shop work and support field readiness, ensuring equipment availability aligns with project demands.
• Our Word is Our Bond: Enforce and promote adherence to all safety standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements, building a culture where safety is a shared responsibility.

Position Requirements

Requirements, Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates or Bachelors degree in Diesel Technology, Business Management, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 710 years of progressive experience in diesel mechanics and heavy equipment maintenance, including at least 35 years in a managerial or senior supervisory role within a shop or fleet maintenance environment.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing teams, managing workflow, and aligning shop operations with business priorities.
• Deep knowledge of heavy equipment systems, diagnostics, and repair techniques.
• Proficient in using diagnostic and shop management software.
• Experience managing maintenance schedules, parts procurement, and vendor relationships.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a proven ability to manage budgets, labor planning, inventory controls, and performance metrics.
• Track record of mentoring teams, leading through change, and driving continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments including operations, safety, procurement, and finance.
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to work flexible hours or weekends when operationally required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel: Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to stand, walk and lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs. or more for extended periods. It also involves working in a shop environment with exposure to various weather conditions and loud noises. Candidates must have sufficient physical strength, visual and auditory acuity, and precise hand-eye coordination for handling tools, equipment, and small components during repairs and maintenance tasks. Other manual tasks include bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing onto platforms and ladders, while adhering to safety protocols.

Values: At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affimative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact [e-mail].

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