Requirements
dot compliance
automotive diagnostics
inventory management
microsoft office
technical degree
leadership
New River Electrical is looking for a qualified Shop Foreman skilled in leadership plus fleet, tools and inventory. As the Shop Foreman, you will support the Fleet & Facilities function as the recognized leader of the transportation (Truck Driver) team and Shop Assistants. Working in a garage environment, you will support the teams through hands on oversight, supporting the provision of safe and reliable transportation and tools, proactively identifying future need and planning ahead. This position ensures the purchasing, inventory, testing, calibrations/inspection/certification and repairs on tools is occurring to meet the needs of the internal customers while guiding and mentoring Truck Drivers and Shop Assistants. Working with the Shop Assistants, this role also maintains awareness of changing DOT compliance and regulations providing recommendations and guidance as changes to DOT occurs including Truck Drivers. This role reports to the Construction Support & Facilities Manager.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is required to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, and crawl under equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to track and monitor DOT regulations and compliance including trucking.
- Must be able to perform employee evaluations, solve employee discrepancy and issue, provide coach and counsel.
- Understanding of the inventory function including how to anticipate the ordering of tools and equipment.
- Strong ability to explain complex components of transportation, automotive repair and tools.
- Travel for this position is not expected working in a shop environment, but some travel may occur.
- Must have demonstrated competency in leading, developing and motivating others.
- Demonstrated ability to train and develop employees including the care and use of new tools and technology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced understanding of automotive care of tools keeping up to date with advancements and trends.
- H.S or Technical School degree, plus at least three (3) years of experience in the automotive repair field with preference toward garage and/or trade school experience a plus.
- Advanced knowledge of automotive diagnostics and tooling including inspection, repair and calibration up to and including the ability to train others.
- Demonstrated competency in developing and maintaining internal team relationships.
- Ability to work with various tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Advanced knowledge of DOT Compliance related to trucking and hours of service.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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