Shop Foreman

Kids for the Future; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Tapani in Battle Ground, WA is seeking a Shop Foreman to oversee shop work orders, diagnose equipment, plan repairs, order parts, perform repairs, and test machines. The role collaborates with shop technicians, assigns tasks, tracks parts, and communicates with the Shop Manager about daily schedules and completed jobs.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years supervisory experience or hands-on experience, strong diagnostic and planning skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years supervisory or hands-on experience.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and plan execution.
• Strong planning and scheduling capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all work flowing through the shop.
• Keep in contact with Shop Manager about schedule and completion.
• Take calls for the Repair Coordinator when needed.
• Supervisory duties and daily direction to technicians.
• Review Shop Technicians' time cards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Diagnostic skills

Planning & scheduling

Independent work

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

• Location 1705 SE 9th Avenue,Battle Ground, WA, 98604,United States
• Base Pay $35.73 - $53.60 / Hour
• Job Category Equipment Shop
• Employee Type Full Time

Description

Since starting in 1983, Tapani has evolved from a single-person operation to a family-led legacy, maintaining a fun and friendly environment from the beginning. With a large team across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we now cover five diverse market sectors: Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The consistent dedication to our core values has helped us grow, creating more opportunities for our current team and the need for new teammates.

Take a look what our current employees say about working for Tapani: Tapani Careers

Job Purpose and Summary:

The Shop Foreman is responsible for overseeing the fulfillment of the work orders that come through the shop. The Shop Foreman works with the Shop Technicians to diagnose issues, plan repairs, order necessary parts, perform repairs, and test machines once complete.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all work flowing through the shop
  • Assign tasks to the Technicians
  • Communicate with all Technicians and ensure all are clear on what their task is and make sure they follow through with it
  • Ensure all parts are on track/schedule
  • Help with diagnostic and repairs
• Keep in contact with Shop Manager
  • Always communicate with Shop Manager about daily schedule and adjust accordingly
  • Notify the Shop Manager when a job is complete so the equipment can be scheduled back to the field
  • Understand what work orders the Shop Technicians are performing
• Take calls for the Repair Coordinator when needed
• Job is supervisory to the extent that daily work direction is provided to personnel in subordinate classifications.
• Review Shop Technician's time cards

Job Requirement and Qualifications:

• One to two years supervisory experience or hands on experience
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and put together a plan and execute it
• Work independently with little supervision
• Planning and scheduling skills
• Able to push, pull, lift, and carry 50 pounds

Physical activities include long periods of standing and walking in addition to hearing, talking, and typing

Working Environment:

• The working environment for this position will be mainly in the shop with a small amount of office work
• Hours typically range between the hours of 7 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends
• Recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm with a high degree of complexity

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $35.73 - $53.60 per hour(based on qualifications and experience)
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums
• Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.
• Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) options with up to 4% employer match