Heavy Equipment Shop Foreman

Hi-Way Paving Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Safety training

Family-owned culture

Job summary

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Shop Foreman in Charlotte, NC to oversee daily maintenance and repair operations at the company’s busy shop.

You’ll supervise technicians, prioritize work, and coordinate parts and external services to keep equipment safe, reliable, and on schedule. The role requires strong diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain knowledge, plus leadership and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; diesel-mechanics training preferred.
• 5+ years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy construction, agricultural, mining, or industrial equipment.
• Prior supervisory or lead mechanic experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, powertrains, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Experience with computerized maintenance-management or work-order systems preferred.
• Ability to prioritize multiple repairs and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate or safely work around heavy equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate daily work for shop technicians and mechanics.
• Assign repairs and maintenance based on technician skills, workload, and priorities.
• Diagnose and assist with complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel equipment issues.
• Perform quality control inspections on repairs and ensure equipment is safe and ready for service.
• Monitor preventive maintenance schedules and ensure timely service.
• Review work orders, estimate labor and parts, and track repair progress.
• Coordinate parts, tools, vendors, and specialized repair services.
• Maintain service records, inspection reports, and repair documentation.
• Communicate equipment status and timelines to management and field operations.
• Train, coach, and mentor technicians; promote accountability and teamwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Help control labor, parts, and repair costs; minimize downtime.
• Support emergency and field-service repairs as needed.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Powertrains

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Diagnostics and manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diesel-mechanics training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Description

At Hi-Way Paving, we are general contractors in the construction field that specialize in significant amounts of concrete paving, storm drainage, and excavation on highways and airfields.

We're looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Shop Foreman to oversee daily maintenance and repair operations at our Charlotte shop. This position is responsible for supervising technicians, coordinating equipment repairs and maintenance, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

The Shop Foreman will provide technical guidance, manage shop workflow, oversee repair quality, and help maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

This position is based at our Charlotte maintenance shop, with occasional travel to jobsites as needed.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate daily work for shop technicians and mechanics.
• Assign repairs and maintenance based on technician skills, workload, and operational priorities.
• Diagnose and assist with complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel equipment issues.
• Perform quality control inspections on completed repairs to ensure equipment is safe, properly repaired, and ready to return to service.
• Monitor preventive maintenance schedules and ensure equipment receives timely service.
• Review work orders, estimate labor and parts requirements, and track repair progress.
• Coordinate parts, tools, outside vendors, and specialized repair services as needed.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and repair documentation.
• Communicate equipment status, repair timelines, and maintenance needs to shop management and field operations.
• Train, coach, and mentor technicians while promoting accountability and teamwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Help control labor, parts, and repair costs while minimizing equipment downtime.
• Support emergency and field-service repairs when needed.

Requirements

What We Look For:

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or diesel-mechanics training preferred.
• 5+ years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy construction, agricultural, mining, or industrial equipment.
• Prior supervisory or lead mechanic experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, powertrains, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Experience with computerized maintenance-management or work-order systems preferred.
• Ability to prioritize multiple repairs and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate or safely work around heavy equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to gain clearance for restricted/high-security zones (e.g., airport AOA, military bases).
  • Valid driver’s license required. CDL with hazmat endorsement (preferred)
  • Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, climb, walk, kneel, squat, push, pull, and enter confined spaces.
  • Must be at least 18 years old to meet job-site safety and labor requirements.
  • If applicable, indicate union affiliation in your application.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and development in the growing and essential construction industry.
• A commitment to excellence and professionalism through building and supporting high-performing teams.
• An open, inclusive, and innovative family-owned business environment focused on training and safety for all employees.

About Hi-Way Paving

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is a general contractor in the heavy/civil construction space, focusing on projects involving significant amounts of concrete paving on airfields.

We operate in several southeastern and midwestern states with current job sites in Tennessee and North Carolina, as well as corporate/back-office operations in Ohio (our headquarters) and remote locations. We perform most of our work and services as a prime contractor, but occasionally serve as a subcontractor on principal contracts with federal, state, and other governmental agencies as well as private owners.

At Hi-Way, we are doers, innovators, and leaders in concrete paving and construction technology. We're proud of our people, our work, and our quality. As a team member, you'll have the opportunity to build your career in the growing and essential construction industry and work on a team consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams from the job site to our Dublin, Ohio headquarters. Learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity through this legal overview and supplement.