Shop Manager (Westfield)

Peckham Industries

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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

Application Instructions

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:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Focused: Ensure regular inspections and preventive maintenance schedules are carried out effectively to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

4. Measurement: Manage parts and materials inventory, oversee procurement processes, and maintain optimal stock levels to support timely repairs and minimize delays.

5. Results Matter: Recruit, train, and mentor technicians, fostering growth and continuous learning within the team. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.

6. Committed to Serve: Maintain accurate and up-to-date service records, work orders, and maintenance logs to ensure regulatory compliance and operational transparency.

7. 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.

8. 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:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates or Bachelors degree in Diesel Technology, Business Management, or a related field strongly preferred.

2. 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.

3. Demonstrated experience overseeing teams, managing workflow, and aligning shop operations with business priorities.

4. Deep knowledge of heavy equipment systems, diagnostics, and repair techniques.

5. Proficient in using diagnostic and shop management software.

6. Experience managing maintenance schedules, parts procurement, and vendor relationships.

7. Strong leadership capabilities with a proven ability to manage budgets, labor planning, inventory controls, and performance metrics.

8. Track record of mentoring teams, leading through change, and driving continuous improvement.

9. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments including operations, safety, procurement, and finance.

10. Valid drivers license and clean driving record.

11. Willingness to work flexible]]>