Shop Manager & Lead Diesel Technician | Home Daily

Smyrna Ready Mix, LLC; Aledo (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is seeking a hands-on Shop Manager / Diesel Mechanic to lead a shop team, oversee maintenance, and perform repairs on diesel-powered trucks, mixers, and heavy equipment. In this role you will mentor staff, schedule preventive maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and maintain detailed records while staying current with diesel engine technology.

The position combines leadership with practical, on‑the‑tools work, offering opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; diesel engine repair certification a plus.
• Proven leadership and teaching ability; experience in shop management or lead technician roles.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred; willingness for pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor mechanics and shop staff, prioritizing safety and quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on diesel engines and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify problems and determine solutions.
• Rebuild or replace major diesel components (heads, blocks, transmissions).
• Schedule maintenance with operations to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Stay current on diesel technology and best practices.
• Hands-on role alongside the team.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Safety management

Diagnostics

Diesel engine knowledge

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Diesel engine certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Heavy equipment diagnostics

Maintenance tools

Job description

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is seeking a hands-on Shop Manager / Diesel Mechanic to lead a shop team, oversee maintenance, and perform repairs on diesel-powered trucks, mixers, and heavy equipment. In this role you will mentor staff, schedule preventive maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and maintain detailed records while staying current with diesel engine technology.

The position combines leadership with practical, on‑the‑tools work, offering opportunities for professional growth