Service Foreman

Devex Consulting BV; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Palmer Trucks in Evansville, IN is seeking a Service Foreman to supervise service technicians and maximize shop efficiency. You will assign repair orders, monitor performance, train staff, and ensure quality repairs while maintaining tools and inventory.

This full-time position offers strong benefits and a team-focused environment. Join a respected, family-owned company dedicated to uptime and quality.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and repair order processing software.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred.
• Heavy Duty Truck / Bus Repair experience.
• Working hours may include evenings, weekends, or extended hours.
• Ability to operate shop equipment and maintain tools.

Responsibilities

• Assigns repair orders and plans work distribution.
• Supervises repair performance and assists technicians.
• Informs service writer of delays and extensions.
• Maintains inventory of tools and shop supplies.
• Establishes maintenance schedule for shop facilities.
• Trains technicians and shop personnel.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Planning and Organizing

Decision Making

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Focus

People-Oriented

Education

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Job description

Service Foreman

The primary function of the Service Shop Foreman is the supervision of service technicians and productive use of shop space and equipment. The primary focus is to increase customer uptime, reduce dwell time, and ensure quality repairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assigns repair orders, plans and controls work distribution.
• Supervises repair performance, assists technicians in performing problem repairs.
• Informs service writer of delays in work performance, necessary repair order extensions, and additional service needs.
• Ensures high efficiency of productive employees, analyzes reasons for comebacks.
• Maintains the inventory of tools and equipment. Submits proposals for the purchase of new tools and equipment to the Service Manager.
• Orders and maintains an adequate inventory of oil, grease, shop supplies, cleaning equipment and material.
• Establishes and ensures adherence to the maintenance schedule for service facility and shop equipment.
• Supervises and trains technicians and other shop personnel.
• Establishes and monitors on‑the‑job training programs for all productive service employees.
• See that a proper library of manuals, service bulletins, instructions and references for technicians, equipment, and service operations is maintained and properly used.
• Keeps abreast of shop methods, tools and techniques.
• Makes recommendations regarding the employment of shop personnel.
• Performs service writing and warranty administration details as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Service Manager.

Business Skills

• Employee Development/Coaching – facilitating, supporting and contributing to the professional growth of others.
• Decision Making – analyzing all aspects of a situation to make consistently sound and timely decisions.
• Planning and Organizing – establishing courses of action to ensure that work is completed effectively.
• Project Management – identifying and overseeing all resources, tasks, systems, and people to obtain results.
• Resiliency – quickly recovering from adversity.
• Teamwork – cooperating with others to meet objectives.
• Interpersonal Skills – effectively communicating, building rapport and relating well to all kinds of people.
• Customer Focus – anticipating, meeting and/or exceeding customer needs, wants and expectations.

Behaviors

• Interaction – the job requires frequent communication and engagement with others.
• People‑Oriented – the job requires building rapport with a wide range of individuals.
• Customer‑Oriented – the job requires identification and fulfillment of customer expectations.
• Versatile – the job requires adapting to various situations with ease.
• Frequent Change – the job requires rapid shifts between tasks.
• Urgency – the job requires decisiveness, quick response, and fast action.
• Persistence – the job requires finishing tasks despite challenges or resistance.
• Following Policy – the job requires adhering to rules, regulations or existing methods.
• Consistent – the job requires predictable performance in repetitive situations.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual should know basic computer skills and repair order processing software.

• Heavy Duty Truck / Bus Repair Experience
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate motor vehicles. All drivers must maintain a safe driving record.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License is preferred but not required.
• Working hours: The individual may be required to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, or extended hours based on the repair shop’s operational needs. They may also need to be available for on‑call or emergency situations.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility – the individual should be capable of moving around the repair shop, including walking, standing, and potentially bending or kneeling to inspect vehicles or equipment.
• Vision – good eyesight and visual acuity are important for the individual to oversee repairs, inspect components, read technical manuals, and ensure quality control.
• Hearing – the individual should have good hearing to communicate effectively with technicians, customers, and vendors, and to be aware of any audible warnings or signals in the repair shop.
• Manual dexterity – a certain level of manual dexterity is required for the individual to handle paperwork, use computer systems, and potentially assist technicians with tasks such as parts ordering or equipment setup.
• Lifting – while heavy lifting may not be the primary responsibility of the individual, the ability to occasionally lift and move objects such as tools, equipment, or parts may be necessary.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Financial Stability and Retirement Preparedness

• 401(k) program includes a company match
• Retirement Planning Assistance
• Financial Guidance and Education

Paid Time Off

• Full‑time employees enjoy paid holidays and personal time
• Vacation based on length of service

Resources When We Face Major Challenges and Life Events

• Company‑paid short‑term disability insurance and life insurance
• Additional life insurance, hospital stay, critical illness, other products
• Bereavement services and employment assistance program
• Mental health resources readily accessible and without stigma

Paid training and tools assistance to do the job right.

Palmer Trucks is a family‑owned company with nearly 60 years of success, treating everyone with respect and dignity. Our team is always ready to help you find the best benefits package for you and your family.

Palmer Trucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Palmer Trucks is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact: [e-mail]