Shop Foreman

Shop Foreman

Quality Repair Solutions (QRS ® ) is a comprehensive tractor and trailer repair and maintenance business that specializes in pressurized tankers. QRS ensures professional drivers get back on the road safely and quickly.

We are looking for an energetic, reliable Shop Foreman to join our team in South Gate, CA. We are a dynamic, stable and growing company. We have great long term career opportunities across our headquarters, trucking terminals, mechanic shops, depots, tank washes and other locations. If you want to join the industry leader and make a difference, please consider this opportunity.

Compensation and Incentives

• Weekly Competitive Pay - Pay is $35 - $55 / hour depending on experience
• Tool/Boot Reimbursement Program
• Referral Program

Job Summary:

Under general supervision from the Area Maintenance Manager supervises the maintenance of the terminal's tractors and chemical cargo trailers ensuring assets are maintained in accordance with federal (DOT), state and local regulations and company policies. Determines the overall mechanical condition of vehicles and equipment, diagnoses component malfunctions and initiates repair actions. Maintains outside vendor and service provider relationships. Ability and desire to work in a positive, fast paced, and high energy environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all equipment assigned to the company terminal. Schedules weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual preventive maintenance. Properly annotates all maintenance performed on prescribed forms and enters data into TMT and other data collection systems (Planner).
• Manages the shop facility in a safe, efficient, timely, cost effective and practical manner and in compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies. Ensure and enforce all established safety policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous wastes. Follow and reinforce with others all safety processes and protocols.
• Manage and maintain inventory of parts, tools, specialized test equipment and consumables.
• Schedule and supervise mechanics to meet terminal maintenance requirements within budget.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the AMM.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental/Vision
• Basic Life/Voluntary Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off/ Holiday Schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Matching 401K

Requirements:

Skills and Abilities:

• Must Possess at least 2+ years in a Shop leadership position
• Must possess at least 5+ years' industry experience in fleet maintenance
• Knowledge is mandatory of vehicle and equipment theory, principles and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Thorough knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures.
• Competent computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel and Word and other web-based applications.
• Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software.
• Proficient in the use and completion of repair and purchase orders produced by a maintenance management system.
• Minimum special knowledge and skills required: 2-3 years as a fleet maintenance supervisor preferred.
• DOT HM-183 training required. ASE certification not required but highly recommended.
• Welding experience a Plus; Mig, Tig, Plasma, etc.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or completion of G.E.D. required. Plus course work in auto and equipment mechanics at a trade school and six (6) years of experience as a mechanic, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. (Must be able to provide documentation).

Additional Job Information:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Training for annual/systematic inspections, HM-183, TMT, Mechanics Work Station, TINA Edit, RMS, Workflow, PO System, Coupa, and other company processes and procedures provided by RFM. Government regulations and company policies readily available. Prioritizing repairs and projects for technicians. Be able to decide if repairs can be performed in-house or if work must be sent to an outside vendor. Ensure all tractor and trailer inspections and maintenance complies with Federal FHWA standards. Use economical, reliable and up-to-date procedures to maintain vehicles in a safe and serviceable condition throughout their lifecycle.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position

Travel Requirements: 0-2% (May be required to travel on occasion for training)

Company Information:

Work Environment:

• Shop may be susceptible to climate similar to outdoor weather. Frequent exposure to loud machinery, air tool operation, hammering and engine noise.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to Push, Pull, or Lift up to 75lbs
• Able to fit into a 20" cargo trailer dome opening.
• Able to meet safety standards for fall protection harness – max weight 310 (includes all PPE worn)
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Bend or twist their body.
• Repeat the same movements.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
• Walk or for long periods of time.
• Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
• Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
• Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
• Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 75 lbs
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
• See details of objects that are more than a few feet away.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
• Adjust body movements or equipment controls to keep pace with speed changes of moving objects.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
• Understand the speech of another person.
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Choose quickly and correctly among various movements when responding to different signals.
• Coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving.
• Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Use muscles for extended periods without getting tired.
• Determine the distance between objects.
• Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
• See objects in very bright or glaring light.
• Determine from which direction a sound came.
• Move arms and legs quickly.
• While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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