Shop Foreman

Transdev North America, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks vacation

Sick days: 5 days

Holidays: 12 days (8+4)

Job summary

Transdev North America, Inc. is hiring a Shop Foreman in Augusta, GA to supervise and assign work for mechanics, monitor productivity, and ensure safety and quality across the shop.

You will lead a team to maximize labor utilization and ensure efficient vehicle maintenance. The role requires strong supervisory and technical skills, with a focus on diagnostics and repairs, using client software, and coordinating with management to meet performance targets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college degree preferred.
• 3+ years of technical experience in vehicle/equipment service.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience overseeing staff.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair complex vehicle/equipment issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanics and assign work to maximize labor utilization and competency.
• Monitor productivity and perform quality audits on shift output.
• Provide feedback on employee performance and training needs.
• Support achievement of targets on availability, productivity and PM compliance.
• Coordinate with managers to plan work and troubleshoot repairs.
• Ensure proper use of client software and timely completion of supervisory duties.
• Maintain safe work environment and report on safety standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Technical repair & diagnostics

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shop Foreman

Transdev in Augusta, GA is seeking a Shop Foreman to bolster our team. This role will be responsible for supervising and assigning work for employees to maximize labor utilization and employee technical competencies, monitoring productivity, ensuring quality and quantity of work output, and the efficiency of the department. As a Shop Foreman, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.

Transdev is proud to offer:

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $31.75 – Maximum $39.50 /hour

Benefits include:

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise mechanics, investigates issues and problems, provides information concerning employee performance.
• Works closely with General Manager/Operations Manager to monitor productivity and perform required quality audits on work performed on assigned shift.
• Provides feedback to the General Manager/Operations Manager on employee performance and technical training needs.
• Assists with monitoring and meeting standards/goals of analytical targets to name a few: Priority level 1 availability, productivity, financial performance and PM Compliance.
• Plans and assigns work for employees to maximize labor utilization and employee technical competencies
• Consults with mechanics on diagnosis and procedures for repair and assist with technical questions.
• Ensure proper utilization of client software by all assigned personnel.
• Ensures completion of client software supervisory activity by the end of assigned shift.
• Keeps facility/grounds clean and ensure that all personnel work in a safe manner.
• Ensure compliance with all shifts and shop reporting requirements.
• Supervises shop operations to support service requirements.
• Works with General Manager/Operations Manager to determine the root cause for poor labor utilization, rework and service interruptions.
• Ensures that work orders for repairs to vehicles are performed, reviews past work orders for repairs to vehicles, and assists General Manager/Operations Manager in the review and closure of current work orders.
• Oversee inspections, complete vehicle safety assessments and inspections to ensure vehicles are safe to operate and meet all requirements.
• Works with parts personnel to obtain the correct replacement parts.
• Assists General Manager/Operations Manager/Service department with the listing and scheduling of vehicles for preventative maintenance.
• Monitors the status of down/out-of-service vehicles or equipment and issue a daily report.
• Has moderate contact with others outside vendors regarding the repair/maintenance of the vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned to the safe and efficient operation of the location.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma. College degree or some college preferred.
• 3 or more years technical experience.
• 2 or more years supervisor experience overseeing employees.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair the most difficult of all vehicle and equipment service.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, verbal, and written skills a must.
• Must have a valid license.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Must be detailed orientated, well organized, and possess effective time management skills.
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information/situations.
• Must be able to demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy.
• Must be a team player yet able to work well independently.
• Must be able to work well with a diverse group of internal and external customers.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position may require the ability to:

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
• Push and pull objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Drug-free workplace

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]

Employment Type

Full Time

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.