Description
Senior Diesel Technician | $38-$42/hr
Guaranteed Hourly, No Flat Rate | Employee-Owned
Roanoke, VA | Full-Time
This position is for experienced, advanced-level diesel technicians only. If you can independently diagnose and repair complex engine, electrical, and aftertreatment problems on Class 8 trucks, this role is for you.
Tired of flat rate, warranty clocks, and chasing hours? At Lawrence Companies, you're paid for every hour you work, on a fleet you'll get to know, at a company you'll own a piece of.
What You'll Earn
$38-$42 per hour, guaranteed hourly pay with no flat rate
Employee ownership through our ESOP, a retirement benefit funded by the company at no cost to you
401(k) retirement plan
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Your Schedule
Monday-Friday, weekends as needed
What You'll Do
Lead diagnostics and repairs on our heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and equipment: engines, aftertreatment and emissions, electrical, transmissions, hydraulics, HVAC, brakes, and suspension
Use OEM diagnostic software and scan tools to find and fix complex issues, not just replace parts
Handle major component repairs and the jobs others can't solve
Mentor and train junior technicians as part of building a stronger shop
Keep accurate repair records and work closely with fleet management on uptime
What You Bring
Senior-level diesel technician experience with demonstrated advanced diagnostic and repair capabilities
5+ years of heavy-duty diesel experience, with dealership or fleet experience preferred
Advanced electrical and ECM diagnostic skills
Experience with aftertreatment systems (DPF, SCR, EGR)
Proficiency with diagnostic software (Freightliner, Volvo/Mack, Cummins INSITE, Detroit DiagnosticLink, PACCAR, or similar)
Your own professional tools
ASE certifications required
Class A CDL preferred or willingness to obtain one
Why Techs Come Here
No flat rate. Your paycheck doesn't depend on book times or parts delays.
You own part of the company. Employee ownership means you build long-term wealth as the company grows.
A fleet you know. You'll work on our own trucks.
Your expertise matters. You'll be a respected senior voice in the shop and help shape how it runs.
Physical Requirements: Lift up to 75 lbs; stand, bend, crawl, climb, and work in varying shop and weather conditions; safely operate company vehicles and equipment.
