Diesel Shop Service Manager; Spencer, IA
Listed on 2026-07-06
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Trades / Skilled Labor
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Management
Vander Haag’s is looking for a Diesel Shop Service Manager to lead our 10-bay diesel repair shop at our Spencer, IA location.
Job Summary:
You will lead a strong team of technicians and fabricators, manage workflow in a busy diesel service operation, and work alongside the General Manager to continue growing our service business in the Spencer, IA, area and throughout NW Iowa.
About the Shop:
- Team of 6 – 7 Diesel Technicians, 1 – 2 Fabricators, and 1 Service Assistant
- Established customer base of repair shops, fleets, and owner-operators
What You'll Do:
- Lead and support a team of diesel technicians and fabricators
- Schedule and manage workflow across a 10-bay service shop
- Communicate repair estimates, approvals, and updates with customers
- Monitor shop productivity and maintain high quality standards
- Work with the General Manager to grow service business in the Spencer region
- Prospect potential customers in the Spencer area via phone, email, text, and in person visits
- Maintain a safe, organized, and professional shop environment
- Help recruit, train, and develop service technicians
What We're Looking For:
- Prior experience in heavy duty diesel repair
- Leadership experience as a Shop Foreman, Lead Technician, or Service Manager is preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to lead technicians while keeping the shop productive and efficient
- Someone who takes pride in running a clean, professional shop, and building a strong team culture
- Someone with strong aptitude for sales, customer service, is personable, and able to quickly foster strong relationships with customers.
Schedule & Compensation
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- This position pays a base salary + bonus potential. Base salary will be dependent upon experience and qualifications
- Total compensation potential (base + bonus) from $90,000 to $105,000/year for applicants with prior experience.
- Monday - Friday schedule, no nights, no weekends, and no on-call hours
Vander Haag’s offers a generous benefits package, including:
- Multiple Wellmark Blue Cross & Blue Shield health insurance plans
- Choice of 3 Delta Dental plans
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Health Savings Account with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
Plus, enjoy a wide range of company perks such as season tickets to sporting events, and much more!
Why Vander Haag's, Inc.?
Vander Haag’s has been serving the diesel industry for more than 85 years and remains a family-owned company built on hard work, strong teams, and long-term relationships. Many of our team members have built careers with us lasting 10, 20, even 30 years
. If you're ready to take the next step in your diesel career and lead a strong shop team, we would like to talk with you.
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