Mike’s Fleet Service, LLC – Mesa, AZ
Full-Time | In-Person
About Mike’s Fleet Service
Mike’s Fleet Service is a locally owned, family-operated heavy-duty diesel repair shop. We’re a small, close-knit team that takes pride in doing quality work while maintaining a friendly, laid-back work environment.
We believe work doesn’t have to be miserable. Our shop is professional and productive, but we also like to have fun, joke around, and enjoy the people we work with. We value our employees, treat people with respect, and want everyone to feel like part of the team—not just another number.
We’re looking for people who work hard, take pride in what they do, and enjoy being part of a team. If you’re dependable, have a good attitude, and want to work somewhere with a more relaxed, family-style atmosphere without the corporate feel, you’ll fit in well here.
Job Description
Mike’s Fleet Service is seeking a highly experienced Heavy-Duty Diesel Shop Foreman / Lead Technician to oversee the daily operations of our diesel repair shop.
This is a hands-on leadership position for an experienced heavy-duty diesel technician with a minimum of 10 years of professional heavy-duty diesel repair experience.
The Shop Foreman will be responsible for helping manage the daily workflow of the shop, overseeing technicians, assigning and prioritizing work, assisting with complex diagnostics, monitoring repair quality and productivity, and ensuring jobs are completed correctly and efficiently.
We are looking for someone who can lead from the shop floor. The ideal candidate is an experienced diagnostic technician who can manage people and workflow while still stepping in to diagnose and repair trucks when needed.
Our shop specializes in semi-trucks, commercial trucks, fleet vehicles, and heavy-duty diesel equipment.
Shop Foreman Responsibilities
The Shop Foreman will be responsible for the daily functions and productivity of the shop, including:
- Oversee and coordinate the daily workflow of the repair shop
- Assign repair orders and jobs to technicians based on skill level and workload
- Prioritize jobs to help ensure repairs are completed efficiently and on schedule
- Monitor technician productivity and job progress throughout the day
- Provide technical guidance and assistance to technicians
- Assist technicians with difficult diagnostics and complex repairs
- Review diagnostic findings and repair recommendations
- Ensure technicians properly document diagnostics, repairs, and additional findings
- Inspect completed repairs and help maintain a high standard of workmanship
- Help prevent comebacks through proper diagnostics and quality control
- Communicate repair status, delays, parts needs, and shop concerns with management and service staff
- Identify training or performance issues with technicians and communicate them to management
- Help maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety throughout the shop
- Ensure company procedures and safety policies are followed
- Maintain accountability among technicians while creating a productive and professional work environment
- Assist with diagnosing and repairing vehicles when needed
- Help keep the shop operating efficiently and productively throughout the workday
Technical Responsibilities
The Shop Foreman must have extensive hands-on experience with heavy-duty diesel repair and be capable of diagnosing and repairing:
- Heavy-duty diesel engines
- Class 7 and Class 8 commercial trucks
- Electrical and electronic systems
- Engine performance and drivability concerns
- Fuel and cooling systems
- Air brake and air systems
- Steering and suspension systems
- Wheel-end and chassis components
- DPF, DEF, SCR, EGR, and other aftertreatment/emissions systems
- Check-engine lights and diagnostic fault codes
- Preventative maintenance and DOT-related repairs
The Shop Foreman must be comfortable using OEM and aftermarket diagnostic software, scan tools, wiring diagrams, service information, and other diagnostic resources.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of professional heavy-duty diesel repair experience
- Extensive experience with Class 7–8 trucks and commercial diesel vehicles
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to independently diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and emissions-related problems
- Previous leadership, lead technician, foreman, or shop management experience strongly preferred
- Ability to effectively direct and oversee other technicians
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple jobs and keep technicians productive
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to hold technicians accountable while maintaining a professional work environment
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
Preferred Experience
Experience with multiple heavy-duty platforms and manufacturers is preferred, including:
- Cummins
- Detroit
- PACCAR
- International/Navistar
- Freightliner
- Peterbilt
- Kenworth
- Volvo
- Mack
Additional preferred qualifications include:
- OEM diagnostic software experience
- ASE certifications
- CDL
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Advanced electrical diagnostic experience
- Extensive DPF/DEF/SCR/EGR diagnostic experience
What We're Looking For
We are not simply looking for another technician. We are looking for an experienced leader who can take responsibility for the daily operation of the shop floor.
The right person should be able to walk into the shop each morning, evaluate the workload, determine priorities, assign work appropriately, keep technicians moving, assist when problems arise, and ensure repairs are being completed correctly.
The ideal candidate:
- Takes ownership of the shop and its daily workflow
- Leads by example
- Is confident making decisions
- Has excellent diagnostic abilities
- Keeps technicians accountable and productive
- Communicates problems before they become larger issues
- Understands the importance of labor efficiency and productivity
- Takes pride in quality workmanship
- Does not cut corners
- Is organized and dependable
- Can earn the respect of experienced technicians through knowledge, leadership, and professionalism
Schedule
Full-Time
Schedule and hours will be discussed during the interview.
Compensation
Competitive pay based on experience, leadership ability, and technical/diagnostic skill level.
This is a senior-level position intended for an experienced heavy-duty diesel professional with 10+ years of industry experience.
Work Location
Mike’s Fleet Service, LLC
Mesa, Arizona
In-person position
To Apply
Please submit your resume through Indeed detailing your heavy-duty diesel repair and leadership experience.
Qualified candidates should be prepared to discuss:
- Years of heavy-duty diesel experience
- Previous foreman or leadership responsibilities
- Types of trucks and engines worked on
- Diagnostic software and programs used
- Experience managing technicians and shop workflow
- Complex diagnostic and repair experience
Applicants without the required heavy-duty diesel experience may not be considered for this position.
Mike’s Fleet Service, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
