Ford Shop Foreman

Berglund Automotive Group; Salem, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee vehicle and service discounts

Manufacturer and professional training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Berglund Ford Mazda is seeking an experienced Shop Foreman to lead the service team while actively turning wrenches and guiding technicians. This hands-on leadership role sits alongside the Service Manager to keep workflow moving and ensure repairs meet dealership standards.

The ideal candidate has strong diagnostic and repair experience, Ford certification, and proven ability to mentor staff, communicate clearly, and maintain an organized, safe shop environment.

Qualifications

• Strong automotive diagnostic and repair experience.
• Ford Certified.
• Ability to lead by example and mentor technicians.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow with the Service Manager to keep repairs moving.
• Diagnose and repair vehicles while producing flat rate hours.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians.
• Assist technicians with difficult or complex repairs and diagnostics.
• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer and dealership standards.
• Serve as a technical resource for the shop and help develop less-experienced technicians.
• Promote an organized, productive, and safe shop environment.
• Communicate with Service Manager, Service Advisors, and Parts Department to resolve issues.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Vehicle repair

Team leadership

Ford Certification

Technical problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Automotive Shop Foreman | Berglund Ford Mazda

Berglund Ford Mazda is looking for an experienced Shop Foreman who is ready to take on a leadership role while continuing to work on vehicles and turn hours.

Working closely with the Service Manager, the Shop Foreman helps keep work moving efficiently through the shop, provides technical support to technicians, and steps in when additional expertise or troubleshooting is needed. This is a hands-on position for an experienced technician who enjoys helping others succeed but still wants to turn wrenches and earn based on productivity.

What You'll Do

• Work alongside the Service Manager to help coordinate workflow and keep repairs moving through the shop.
• Diagnose and repair vehicles while continuing to produce flat rate hours.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians.
• Assist technicians with difficult or complex repairs and diagnostics.
• Help ensure repairs are completed correctly and meet manufacturer and dealership standards.
• Serve as a technical resource for the shop and help develop less-experienced technicians.
• Promote an organized, productive, and safe shop environment.
• Communicate with the Service Manager, Service Advisors, and Parts Department to help resolve repair or workflow issues.

What We're Looking For

• Strong automotive diagnostic and repair experience.
• Previous Shop Foreman, Team Lead, or senior-level technician experience preferred.
• Ford Certified.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead by example and work effectively with technicians at different skill levels.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Compensation Range: $65,000–$110,000.Compensation includes base pay plus flat rate hours, providing the stability of a base while allowing you to earn more based on your own productivity.

Berglund Automotive offers:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee vehicle and service discounts
• Manufacturer and professional training opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities

Why Berglund Ford Mazda?

Berglund Ford Mazda is part of Berglund Automotive, a well-established and reputable automotive group with 10 locations, representing 20 different automotive brands throughout Southwest and Central Virginia. Dedicated to providing exceptional vehicles and service to our valued customers for more than 50 years., we are a locally and family owned business.

Berglund Automotive is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.