Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Shop Foreman to lead our maintenance and repair operations within a busy shop environment. The ideal candidate will oversee daily shop activities, coordinate repairs, and ensure that all machinery and equipment are maintained to the highest standards. This role is vital in ensuring smooth operations, safety compliance, and exceptional customer service.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, possess strong mechanical skills, and enjoy leading a team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Duties

- Oversee, supervise and manage the day-to-day operations of the shop
- Supervisions of mechanics and maintenance staff to ensure schedules and timelines are met
- Assist with hiring, training, mentoring, and performance development of maintenance staff.
- Supervise the use of machinery and equipment
- Complete daily activity reports and daily logs
- Assist mechanics with troubleshooting
- Assist with hiring, training, mentoring, and performance development of maintenance staff.
- Ensure equipment is maintained at the highest standards, in a timely manner
- Conduct performance and quality checks according to procedure
- Conduct daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections
- Coordinate parts, tools, equipment, and outside vendor services as required.
- Communicate fleet maintenance issues, vehicle availability, and repair priorities to management and operations staff.
- Review work orders and ensure labor, parts, and repair information are properly documented.
- Take corrective action to mitigate immediate hazards.




- Follow up on parts orders
- Perform preventative maintenance, repair, and overhauls
- Ensure CVIP’s are done in a timely manner and scheduled accordingly
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture
- Assist with hiring, training, mentoring, and performance development of maintenance staff.
- Other duties as assigned by President

Foreman Qualifications

- Must have (5) to (10) years' Journeyperson experience
- Must have (5) years of previous supervisory experience in a shop environment
- Ability to read/troubleshoot and diagnose using hydraulic and electronic schematics
- Must be open to new learning experiences
- Must be forward thinking and solution-based thinking
- Exceptional organization and cleanliness skills are required
- Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and fleet maintenance
- Robust knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, electrical systems, air systems, hydraulics, brakes, suspension, and HVAC systems.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical issues and make sound repair recommendations
- Experience supervising or directing mechanics




- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple repairs and competing operational demands
- Comfortable working with maintenance records, costs and equipment reports
- Robust computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's license

Skills & Competencies

- Strong leadership and team-management skills.
- Excellent mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requirements in a busy shop environment.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions regarding vehicle safety and roadworthiness.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to operational priorities.
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and quality workmanship.

Join us as a Shop Foreman to lead our talented team in delivering top-tier maintenance services! Your expertise will drive operational excellence while ensuring safety and customer satisfaction at every turn. We value energetic leaders who are passionate about machinery, eager to solve complex problems, and committed to fostering a collaborative work environment. Pay: $27.18-$50.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Experience:
- Journeyperson : 5 years (required)
- supervisory experience in a shop environment : 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Shop Foreman (Edmonton)
🏢 Golden Arrow
📍 Edmonton