Experienced Diesel Technician Up to $80,000/Year

Lead Diesel Technician

Adventure Tours is a fast-growing, multi-state motorcoach and fleet transportation company serving the East Coast with a reputation for reliability, safety, and professionalism. Our Charlotte maintenance facility supports a diverse fleet of late-model motorcoaches, minibuses, and support vehicles. We take pride in keeping our fleet road-ready through teamwork, efficiency, and craftsmanship.

We are seeking a Lead Diesel Technician to join our Charlotte maintenance team. This role combines hands-on technical work with shop leadership responsibilities ideal for an experienced mechanic ready to grow into a Shop Foreman or Maintenance Manager role.

You'll work alongside a small team of diesel technicians, oversee daily workflow and service scheduling, and serve as a key communication point between the shop and the Maintenance Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on diesel coaches, minibuses, and support vehicles.
• Lead and mentor a team of technicians; set daily priorities and ensure productivity.
• Assist in scheduling PM services, work orders, and vendor coordination.
• Monitor repair quality, safety, and compliance with company and DOT standards.
• Support parts tracking, inventory control, and repair documentation.
• Communicate repair status, challenges, and recommendations directly with the Maintenance Director.
• Promote a clean, safe, and efficient shop environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a diesel technician (motorcoach, heavy-truck, or fleet experience preferred).
• Strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proven ability to lead or coordinate a small team.
• Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, and preventive maintenance standards.
• CDL B with air brake endorsement (or willingness to obtain).
• Computer literacy for service documentation and diagnostic software.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ($70K$80K DOE) with growth potential into a Shop Foreman/Manager role.
• Stable MondayFriday schedule no overnight shifts.
• Modern, well-equipped shop with supportive management and long-term career potential.