Joe Hatch, Owner & Service Manager
Mid-Coast Diesel Performance – Heavy Duty Diesel Repair
With over 23 years in the industry, Joe knows Class 8 trucks inside and out. From Western Star, Freightliners and Kenworths- to Peterbilts and Volvos.
Joe started turning wrenches at age 30 and began his career at Daigle & Houghton quickly developing a reputation for honest diagnostics and repairs that hold up for the long run. He earned his associates degree in Applied Science for Diesel, Truck, and Heavy Equipment, took additional trainings through dealerships focusing primarily on Cummins, CAT, and internationals, as well as many others. In 2014, he partnered with Mike from Mid-Coast Diesel Marine to launch Mid-Coast Diesel Performance. They built the shop to give independent truckers, fleet owners and local commercial fishermen a reliable, trustworthy partner for their diesel needs.
Jeremy is the go-to guy in the shop when a Class 8 truck needs serious attention. With 16 years working on heavy-duty rigs, he handles the toughest diagnostics and repairs - with zero guesswork.
Starting out as a technician with Cushing Diesel, Jeremy has worked his way up by mastering engines, aftertreatment, drivetrains, and electrical. Today, he leads our team on:
Engine Work: Cummins, Detroit, CAT — from PMs to full rebuilds
Transmissions & Clutches: Eaton, Allison, manual and automated
Brakes & Suspension: Air disc, drum, ABS, steering, DOT inspections
Advanced Diagnostics: fault code tracing, wiring harness repair
Certifications
Inspection Technician | Cummins Certified Electrical Theory and Troubleshooting | Bendix Air Brake Diagnostics and Repair | Refrigerant Training and Recycling
jeremy overlock, lead technician
Mid-Coast Diesel Performance – Heavy Duty Diesel Repair
Shop Role
As lead tech, it isnt just about being the best at what you do - it’s about ownership of the diagnosis, repair and the outcome as well as standing by what you do. He’s built a reputation with our customers for transparent diagnostics and minimal downtime on complex Class 8 repairs.
What Sets our Shop Apart:
We are heavy duty specialists, we focus exclusively on Class 8 trucks — engine rebuilds, aftertreatment, transmissions, brakes, electrical, and DOT inspections.
Downtime Killers:
We know your truck doesn’t make money sitting in a bay. We do our best to have efficient turnaround time while also ensuring that we are doing honest work.
Straight Talk:
We diagnose it, price it, and fix it right the first time. No scare tactics needed. We are a small shop built on honesty, integrity, craftsmanship, and treating our customers like family.