Maintenance Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Maintenance Foreman supervises, coordinates, and supports field and shop mechanics to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance of drilling rigs and support equipment. This role requires strong leadership, excellent technical knowledge, and the ability to guide teams both in person and remotely. The Maintenance Foreman ensures all mechanical work meets company standards, supports operational goals, and complies with safety and regulatory requirements.

• This is an exempt, salaried position.
• Some field travel may be required, as necessary.
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 5:00 pm. 

Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, mentor, and supervise field and shop mechanics, providing clear direction, training, and performance feedback.
• Prioritize and assign daily tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal use of personnel and resources.
• Provide real-time technical guidance to field mechanics via phone or digital communication when off-site.
• Work with the leads managing costs, ensuring expenditures are necessary and accurate.
• Assign tasks and ensure proper training and safety procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with maintenance leads to assess downtime and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work with the manager to develop and implement training plans.
• Ensure all company or equipment changes are implemented correctly by working closely with the Field Services Manager and leads.
• Manage breakdowns to ensure they are addressed promptly and efficiently.
• Work with operations to establish optimal procedures for breakdowns.
• Be available for on-call support as needed.
• Foster a positive team environment that promotes accountability, safety, and professional development, leading by example.

Maintenance Management

• Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of drilling rigs, support equipment, heavy machinery, and related systems.
• Ensure all mechanical work meets operational requirements and follows manufacturer specifications and company policies.
• Coordinate planned and unplanned maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Support the tracking and management of parts inventory, tools, and equipment.

Operational Support

• Collaborate with Operations staff to understand maintenance needs and job priorities, evaluate downtime issues, and identify potential improvements.
• Work with operations to schedule repairs and maintenance as needed and meet biweekly with Operations on the repairs spreadsheet. 
• Follow up with operations to make sure mechanics are doing the repairs correctly. 
• Work with the Field Services Manager on the weekly downtime report. 
• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs, service records, and required documentation.
• Assist in planning equipment moves, component replacements, and major repairs.
• Provide input for equipment improvements, reliability initiatives, and preventive maintenance schedules.

Manage Warranties and External Rebuilds

• Collaborate with vendors to ensure that all warranty issues are addressed promptly and accurately.
• Manage external rebuilds to ensure they are completed properly, on time, and in accordance with National standards.

Inventory Management

• Collaborate with the Field Services Manager and Supply Chain Manager to ensure appropriate parts are stocked.
• Ensure that parts that are being used are signed out to the appropriate equipment.
• Parts that are signed out are returned to the parts room if not used.
• Ensure that rebuild parts that are for stock in the parts room are rebuilt in a timely manner and put back on the shelves.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all mechanics follow company safety policies, procedures, and industry best practices.
• Conduct or assist with safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and incident reviews.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance within the drilling or heavy equipment industry.
• Prior supervisory or lead mechanic experience required and demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and lead other mechanics or technicians.
• Ability to lead teams effectively both on-site and remotely.
• Strong working knowledge of drilling rigs, engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, pumps, compressors, and related equipment.

• Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple assignments under time constraints.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude under pressure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to field locations as required.