SHOP FOREMAN

VERMEER GREAT PLAINS INC•Olathe, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Foreman coordinates and directs skilled equipment repairs and maintenance while providing excellent customer service, maintaining professionalism, and ensuring records are accurate and current. The role oversees shop workflow, repair quality, safety, deadlines, and the condition of shop tools and facilities. The Shop Foreman also performs equipment repairs as needed, supports and mentors technicians, resolves customer concerns, and reports daily shop progress to the Service Manager. The position is based in Olathe, Kansas, and is full-time on the day shift. It requires an associate degree in a related field and five years of heavy or industrial equipment technician experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requirements

Associate degree in Applied Science, Diesel Mechanics, Diesel Technology, or a related field, and five years of technician experience in the heavy equipment or industrial equipment industry; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of leadership experience.
Vermeer Core Skills Certification within six months of employment.
Vermeer Advanced Technician Certification within 18 months of employment.
Two engine manufacturer certifications within one year of employment.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license that can be maintained throughout employment.
Strong PC proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office Suite.
Demonstrated experience with hydraulic systems, electrical systems, electronics, pneumatics, diagnosing, and calibration.
Mechanical and technical aptitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Strong current electronic diagnosing capabilities and working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.
Demonstrated safe work habits and excellent leadership skills.
Strong customer service skills for internal and external customers.
Ability to adapt to customers, suppliers, coworkers, and manufacturer employees.
Ability to work professionally, ethically, and reliably with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, respectfully, and honestly.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, and hear throughout the workday.
Ability to work regularly in extreme weather, including wet or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat, and in moderate to high noise levels.
Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
Background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a clean driving record are required.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of Vermeer Technician experience preferred.
Personal tools and toolbox preferred.
CDK experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and direct skilled equipment repairs and maintenance.
Prioritize equipment and shop repairs and maintain consistent workflow by assigning work to technicians according to skill level.
Perform final quality inspections on repairs as needed.
Enforce health and safety policies and procedures and ensure repair deadlines are met.
Perform equipment and machinery repairs as needed.
Address and resolve customer questions and concerns professionally.
Provide the manager with a daily shop progress report.
Close internal and warranty machine work orders as needed.
Mentor technicians.
Maintain complete and detailed working records.
Maintain and care for shop tools, machines, and equipment.
Help maintain the cleanliness, neatness, and safety of the building and lot.
Stay current with industry developments through continuing education, including factory and company service schools and individual development plans.
Follow safety rules and regulations and company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.