Trailer Maintenance Service Foreman

DMS Health Technologies•Sioux Falls, SD

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trailer Maintenance Service Foreman ensures the company’s trailer fleet is properly maintained and operable for business needs. This role oversees trailer maintenance service delivery, develops maintenance schedules and procedures, and leads technicians while also performing hands-on maintenance and repair work. The Foreman documents additional work identified during inspections, helps maintain an organized and safe shop, and ensures trailers and related equipment meet company, DOT, and operational standards. The position may require travel 100% of the time. The employee regularly encounters moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions, and is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional exposure to radiation is possible; the noise level is usually moderate.

Requirements

One-year certificate from a college or technical school, or three to six months of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience in trailer maintenance or a related field.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices in trailer maintenance.
Effective communication and customer service skills.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move 75–100 pounds.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and occasionally handling objects and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL preferred, or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all aspects of trailer maintenance service delivery.
Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure timely and efficient service.
Lead and mentor maintenance technicians and provide day-to-day leadership and direction.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Document and verify additional work needed during inspections to establish refurbishment expectations.
Perform hands-on trailer maintenance, repairs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment preparation alongside the maintenance team.
Help maintain an organized, safe, and efficient shop, and ensure trailers and related equipment meet company, DOT, and operational standards.
Assign and prioritize daily maintenance activities based on operational needs while participating in scheduled and unscheduled repairs.
Provide technical guidance, monitor work quality and productivity, and ensure assigned work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
Serve as a senior technical resource for complex trailer and equipment issues, assisting with diagnosis and repair.
Perform other duties as assigned.