Diesel Shop Foreman: Lead Technicians & Quality Repairs

Rush-Enterprises; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Professional growth & training

Job summary

Rush Enterprises seeks a Diesel Shop Foreman to lead a team of diesel mechanics, manage repair scheduling, and ensure high-quality workmanship in the shop. The role involves guiding technicians, tracking WIP, and providing technical support while upholding fair workload distribution and safety standards.

The position emphasizes leadership, scheduling, and hands‑on oversight with opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years’ related shop and technician supervision experience.
• Insurability with Company’s carrier.
• ASE Master Certification or Diamond Certification; Cat, Cummins, Eaton, Fuller or other manufacturer certifications.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and motivate qualified diesel mechanics.
• Assist diesel mechanics in developing their skills with support of the Service Manager.
• Schedule repair work and assign technician(s) to mechanical segments that match their skill level to ensure quality.
• Ensure that all repairs are assigned to mechanics in an equal and fair manner.
• Provide technical support for mechanics when necessary.
• Check progress (W-I-P) of each repair order throughout the day.
• Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks. Conduct periodic spot checks of completed jobs for thoroughness and quality.
• Road test vehicles to quality-check work performed.
• Monitor mechanics’ daily productivity reports and corresponding payroll records.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rush Enterprises seeks a Diesel Shop Foreman to lead a team of diesel mechanics, manage repair scheduling, and ensure high-quality workmanship in the shop. The role involves guiding technicians, tracking WIP, and providing technical support while upholding fair workload distribution and safety standards.

The position emphasizes leadership, scheduling, and hands‑on oversight with opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development.