Shop Foreman

United Rentals•Modesto, CA

20d

About The Position

The Shop Foreman assists in leading a maintenance enterprise and ensures Service Technicians, equipment, and materials are used properly to maximize productivity. The role focuses on improving efficiency and customer satisfaction by ensuring rental equipment is properly maintained and repaired. The Shop Foreman works closely with the Service/Branch Manager and contributes leadership and service and maintenance expertise to help build a profitable location. Strong performance in this position can lead to advancement to Service Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
At least 5 years of experience repairing or maintaining equipment and tools.
Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
Must own tools applicable to the position.
Extensive knowledge of construction equipment, including an advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams.
Strong diagnostic and repair skills for a variety of systems.
Superior customer service, teamwork, and verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Trade-school degree.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the activities of Service Technicians.
Train and supervise mechanical personnel when necessary.
Oversee the safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment.
Diagnose equipment issues and supervise repairs to ensure work is performed efficiently.
Maintain complete and timely daily paperwork or electronic documentation of work performed, including work orders.
When required, travel to customer job sites to repair or maintain rental or customer-owned equipment.
Maintain the service vehicle in a clean and professional manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.