Ford Technician Shop Foreman

Tom's Truck Center; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Bonuses for training

Paid vacation

EAP

Wellness program

Stable workload

Job summary

Tom’s Truck Center is seeking an experienced Ford Shop Foreman to lead our service department in Santa Fe Springs, CA. You will mentor Ford technicians, oversee diagnostics and complex repairs on Ford commercial trucks, and ensure all work meets Ford standards and warranty requirements.

Collaborating with service advisors and parts staff, you will prioritize workflows, uphold safety, and drive productivity in a busy shop serving fleet and retail customers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Ford technician experience.
• Active FMC login required.
• Current Ford certifications required.
• Completion of Ford manufacturer training programs.
• Strong diagnostic, electrical, and mechanical expertise.
• Previous leadership or lead technician experience preferred.
• Ability to lead by example and work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support Ford technicians to ensure high-quality repairs and productivity.
• Assist with complex diagnostics and advanced repairs on Ford commercial trucks.
• Ensure repairs are performed in compliance with Ford standards, warranty requirements, and safety guidelines.
• Utilize FMC systems and Ford diagnostic tools to support technicians and troubleshoot issues.
• Coordinate workflow and prioritize jobs to meet customer and fleet deadlines.
• Partner with service advisors and parts staff to ensure accurate repair plans and parts availability.
• Monitor repair quality, comebacks, and technician performance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment.

Skills

Ford technician experience

Leadership

Diagnostics

Electrical & mechanical

Education

Ford manufacturer training

Ford certifications

Tools

FMC systems

Ford diagnostic tools

Job description

Tom’s Truck Center is a busy commercial truck dealership serving fleet and retail customers throughout Southern California. We are seeking an experienced Ford Shop Foreman to lead our service department at our Santa Fe Springs location.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled Ford technician who enjoys mentoring others, maintaining shop efficiency, and ensuring repairs meet Ford and dealership standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support Ford technicians to ensure high-quality repairs and productivity
• Assist with complex diagnostics and advanced repairs on Ford commercial trucks
• Ensure repairs are performed in compliance with Ford standards, warranty requirements, and safety guidelines
• Utilize FMC systems and Ford diagnostic tools to support technicians and troubleshoot issues
• Coordinate workflow and prioritize jobs to meet customer and fleet deadlines
• Partner with service advisors and parts staff to ensure accurate repair plans and parts availability
• Monitor repair quality, comebacks, and technician performance
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Ford technician experience
• Active FMC login required
• Current Ford certifications required
• Completion of Ford manufacturer training programs
• Strong diagnostic, electrical, and mechanical expertise
• Previous leadership or lead technician experience preferred
• Ability to lead by example and work collaboratively across departments

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Bonuses for completing manufacturer training
• Paid vacation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Stable workload with a strong commercial customer base
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and grow within a respected dealership

If you’re a seasoned Ford technician ready to take the next step into leadership — or an experienced Shop Foreman looking for a stable, well-supported dealership — Tom’s Truck Center wants to hear from you.