Lead Heavy Diesel Tech / Working Foreman

The ideal candidate has strong diagnostic and repair skills, leadership ability, and experience working on heavy-duty trucks, tow trucks, wreckers, trailers, diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, driveline, and related equipment. Jerry’s provides 24/7 towing, recovery and roadside assistance, handling everything from passenger vehicles and roadside calls to semis, buses, heavy equipment, and complex recoveries.

Lead Heavy Diesel Tech / Working Foreman

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Heavy Diesel Technician / Working Foreman to join our team.

This position is responsible for leading shop operations while also working hands-on as a heavy diesel technician. The ideal candidate has strong diagnostic and repair skills, leadership ability, and experience working on heavy-duty trucks, tow trucks, wreckers, trailers, diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, driveline, and related equipment.

This is not just a management position. We are looking for someone who can lead by example, support other technicians, help keep jobs moving, maintain quality standards, and make sure repairs are completed correctly and efficiently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy-duty diesel trucks, tow trucks, wreckers, trailers, and company equipment.
• Lead and support diesel technicians in daily shop operations.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor repair jobs to help keep workflow moving.
• Perform advanced diagnostics on diesel engines, electrical systems, air brakes, hydraulic systems, suspension, steering, driveline, and emissions systems.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment to determine needed repairs and maintenance.
• Assist technicians with troubleshooting difficult repairs.
• Ensure all work is completed to company quality and safety standards.
• Communicate repair status, parts needs, and job progress with management.
• Help maintain shop productivity, organization, and accountability.
• Review completed work to ensure repairs are performed correctly.
• Train, mentor, and support technicians as needed.
• Maintain accurate repair documentation and service records.
• Operate diagnostic equipment, scan tools, lifts, welding equipment, and shop tools safely.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs for fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend better repair processes.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and professional shop environment.
• Follow all safety procedures when working around heavy equipment, vehicles, tools, and chemicals.

Qualifications

• Heavy diesel repair experience required.
• Previous lead technician, foreman, or shop leadership experience preferred.
• Strong diagnostic skills with diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, air brakes, suspension, and driveline repairs.
• Experience working on heavy-duty trucks, tow trucks, wreckers, trailers, or commercial fleet vehicles preferred.
• Ability to lead, train, and support other technicians.
• Strong work ethic and ability to stay organized in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Must have your own basic tools.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical tasks including standing, bending, climbing, kneeling, and working around heavy equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with technicians, management, drivers, and parts vendors.
• Must be dependable, professional, and able to take ownership of shop workflow.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with tow trucks, heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, rotators, trailers, and specialty equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, PTOs, winches, underlifts, wheel lifts, and recovery equipment.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• ASE certifications are a plus.
• CDL is a plus.
• Experience using diagnostic software and scan tools.
• Ability to improve shop processes and help increase technician efficiency.

WHAT WE OFFER

Midwest Star Group offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with the company contributing 70% toward premiums.
• Kavira supplemental healthcare coverage provided at no cost for employees and their families.
• Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance with $25,000 in guaranteed coverage.
• Additional Voluntary life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance options for employees and their families
• Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• LegalShield and pet insurance options.
• Retirement plan with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off that begins accruing on your first day of employment.
• Six paid holidays each year.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a skilled diesel technician who can lead from the front. You know how to diagnose problems, fix equipment correctly, support your team, and keep the shop moving. You take pride in quality work, understand the importance of uptime, and can be trusted to make smart decisions in a busy heavy-duty repair environment.

This role is a great fit for someone who wants to stay hands-on while stepping into a leadership position with responsibility, respect, and strong earning potential.

About Midwest Star Group

Midwest Star Group is a Wisconsin-based family of businesses serving the towing, transportation, automotive, truck and trailer, equipment, and service industries. Our companies provide everything from 24/7 towing and recovery to heavy-duty truck and trailer repair, automotive service, equipment sales, fabrication, detailing and more.

This position is with Jerry’s Truck & Trailer Repair, part of the Midwest Star Group family of companies. Jerry’s provides 24/7 towing, recovery and roadside assistance, handling everything from passenger vehicles and roadside calls to semis, buses, heavy equipment, and complex recoveries.

Across Midwest Star Group, we’re focused on building strong teams, providing dependable service, and creating opportunities for employees to grow across our businesses.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Midwest Star Group and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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