Build Your Career at Falcon Equipment Rentals

Falcon Equipment Rentals is looking for an experienced, motivated and hands-on Shop Foreman to lead our shop, yard and wash bay operations in Peace River. Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will supervise mechanics, apprentices and Equipment Coordinators, ensuring our rental fleet is maintained, inspected, organized and ready to meet customer needs.

This is a working foreman position, not a desk-only supervisory role. You should expect to be on the tools most days, diagnosing, servicing and repairing rental equipment alongside your team while keeping shop, yard and wash bay operations moving.

WHY WORK WITH US

- Competitive wages
- Great employee benefits
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Guaranteed hours and home every night
- Collaborative team environment
- Industry-leading equipment and customer service

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Daily Operations

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the shop, yard and wash bay, including the people, workflow and work areas.
- Direct, support and mentor Mechanics, Apprentices, Equipment Coordinator and assigned yard/wash bay personnel.
- Assign and prioritize work according to rental reservations, equipment returns, maintenance needs and repair requirements.
- Work with the Branch Manager and Rental Coordinator to meet equipment availability and customer commitments.
- Maintain safe, organized work areas and promote teamwork, accountability and quality workmanship.

Maintenance & Fleet Readiness

- Work hands-on with tools most days, personally diagnosing, servicing and repairing rental equipment as needed while overseeing the team’s maintenance and repair work.
- Ensure returned equipment is inspected, documented, serviced and correctly identified before being released for rent.




- Monitor equipment in repair or maintenance (IRO/IMO), prioritize outstanding work and minimize fleet downtime.
- Verify work orders, maintenance records and equipment status updates are accurate and completed promptly.
- Coordinate parts ordering, external repairs and warranty work as required.

Yard & Wash Bay Management

- Supervise the Equipment Coordinator and yard team through equipment returns, cleaning, inspections, fueling, DEF replenishment and rental preparation.
- Ensure returned units and accessories are counted, accounted for and staged appropriately for their next rental.
- Maintain orderly equipment storage, designated staging areas and safe traffic flow through the yard.
- Identify damage, missing accessories and potentially chargeable items, and communicate them to the Branch Manager.

Safety, Communication & Customer Service

- Lead by example and enforce company safety policies and safe work practices throughout the shop, yard and wash bay.
- Communicate repair progress, equipment availability, delays and operational concerns to the Branch Manager.
- Assist with customer troubleshooting and on-site service calls when needed; participate in the on-call schedule and overtime as required.
- Promote a positive team environment and provide qualified customer service.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS





- Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification preferred; an applicable mechanical trade certification or equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- At least five years of mechanical experience, ideally with construction, industrial or rental equipment.
- Supervisory, Shop Foreman or Lead Technician experience is a strong asset.
- Strong hands-on diagnostic and repair skills involving diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems, with a willingness to work on equipment regularly.
- Ability to lead a team, organize workload, prioritize repairs and solve operational problems.
- Strong communication skills and comfort using computerized work orders and equipment records.
- Valid Alberta Class 3 or Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean abstract; ability to lift up to 50 lb.
- First Aid, TDG and H2S certifications are considered assets.

ABOUT FALCON RENTALS

Falcon Rentals is an Alberta-owned equipment rental company with five locations. We offer the benefits of a smaller team and business environment, with genuine opportunities to grow your career. We believe in treating one another with respect, taking ownership and working together to get things done right.

COMPENSATION & HOW TO APPLY

Salary: Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience.

Apply: Send your application to [email protected] or drop it off at our Peace River Branch. Learn more at www.falconrentals.com.

We appreciate all applications; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Location:

- Peace River, AB (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Shop Foreman (Peace River)
🏢 Falcon Equipment Rentals
📍 Peace River