Lead Technician

Lead Technician


Job ID: 10431542

Bolingbrook, IL, US

Light Industrial

High School or equivalent

Full Time, Direct Hire

$35-45/hour

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Transport and Storage - Materials

First Shift (Day)

Bolingbrook, IL, US

$35-45/hour

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Direct Hire

Transport and Storage - Materials

On-site

Light Industrial

High School or equivalent

First Shift (Day)

Job details

Lead Technician
Location: Bolingbrook, IL
Pay Rate: $35.00–$45.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday from 8:00AM-5:00PM

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Lead Technician to work at a premier transportation and fleet services provider in Bolingbrook, IL. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Why you should apply to be Lead Technician:

  • Competitive pay rate based on your skills, certifications, and experience

  • Work with advanced diagnostic tools and OEM diagnostic software in a modern, safety-focused environment

  • Opportunity to mentor and lead an experienced team of diesel technicians

  • Be part of a respected industry leader committed to operational excellence and employee growth

What’s a typical day as Lead Technician? You’ll be:

  • Leading, mentoring, and supervising a team of technicians in a fast-paced truck service shop

  • Assigning, prioritizing, and monitoring daily work orders to ensure timely, efficient, and high-quality completion

  • Providing on-the-job training, technical guidance, and feedback to team members, and onboarding new technicians

  • Performing advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on Class 7 and 8 heavy-duty trucks, including engines, emissions, aftertreatment, transmissions, drivetrains, suspensions, brakes, electrical systems, and HVAC

  • Utilizing diagnostic software such as Cummins Insite, Detroit DiagnosticLink, Bendix ACom, WABCO, Tech Tool, DAVIE4, and other OEM platforms

  • Conducting DOT inspections and ensuring all equipment meets regulatory compliance

  • Maintaining safe shop practices and enforcing PPE, lockout/tagout, and standardized procedures

  • Overseeing shop cleanliness, organization, inventory, and workflow efficiency

  • Documenting maintenance activities and monitoring technician productivity in fleet management systems (e.g., Fleetrock, TMT)

  • Assisting with preventive maintenance scheduling, root-cause analysis, warranty recovery, and vendor coordination

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

  • Have at least 5 years of experience as a heavy-duty diesel mechanic (Class 7/8)

  • Possess advanced knowledge of diesel engines, air systems, electrical diagnostics, and aftertreatment systems

  • Have experience leading a team or acting as a senior/lead technician in a shop environment

  • Demonstrate strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with OEM software

  • Hold a valid driver’s license and can lift 50+ lbs. as required for the role

  • Are safety-focused with strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills

  • Hold a CDL Class A or B and/or ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications (T2, T4, T5, T6, T7, or L2)

  • Have experience with fleet maintenance management software

 

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