Shop Foreman

Heritage Trucking; Sexsmith; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Trucking is seeking a Shop Foreman to lead on-site maintenance in Sexsmith, AB. You will supervise shop staff, plan and prioritize daily work orders, and coordinate with drivers and operations to minimize downtime while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with heavy equipment and a focus on accurate maintenance records and efficient operations in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory skills and leadership experience.
• Hands-on experience with heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers, including diagnostics and repair.
• Effective communication with shop staff, drivers, and management.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, workplace health and safety practices, and compliance standards.
• Experience in a trucking, transport, or industrial shop environment, preferably in a foreperson or lead role.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Basic computer skills for using maintenance software, email, and record-keeping tools.
• Valid driver’s license; commercial or heavy equipment certifications are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop operations and maintenance activities.
• Supervise shop staff and schedule and prioritize work orders.
• Plan repairs with drivers and operations staff to minimize downtime and maintain records.
• Ensure heavy equipment, trucks and trailers are inspected, repaired and maintained to standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and inventory of parts.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and support a safe work environment.
• Enforce safety procedures and keep shop organized and efficient.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Diagnostics & repair

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Shop coordination

Reading manuals

Tools

Maintenance software

Email & IT basics

Computer basics

Job description

Company Description

Heritage Trucking is a full-service transport company based near Grande Prairie, AB, serving businesses and individuals across the Peace Region. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in heavy haul, equipment and oversize transportation, as well as hotshot and pilot services. Heritage Trucking focuses on reliable, safe, and efficient transport solutions tailored to diverse industry needs. Team members work in a dynamic environment where operational excellence and customer service are highly valued.

Role Description

The Shop Foreman is a full-time, on-site role based in Sexsmith, AB, responsible for overseeing daily shop operations and maintenance activities. This role involves supervising shop staff, scheduling and prioritizing work orders, and ensuring heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers are inspected, repaired, and maintained to company and regulatory standards. The Shop Foreman coordinates with drivers and operations staff to plan repairs, minimize downtime, and maintain accurate maintenance records. Day-to-day tasks include troubleshooting mechanical issues, managing parts and inventory, enforcing safety procedures, and supporting a clean, organized, and efficient shop environment. The role also requires clear communication with management regarding equipment status, resource needs, and continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory skills, including team leadership, scheduling, and performance oversight.


• Hands-on experience with heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers, including diagnostics and repair.


• Effective communication skills for coordinating with shop staff, drivers, and management.


• General maintenance abilities; carpentry or fabrication skills are an asset for shop and equipment projects.


• Knowledge of safety regulations, workplace health and safety practices, and compliance standards.


• Experience in a trucking, transport, or industrial shop environment, preferably in a foreperson or lead role.


• Ability to read and interpret work orders, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.


• Basic computer skills for using maintenance software, email, and record-keeping tools.


• Valid driver’s license; commercial or heavy equipment certifications are considered an asset.