Shop Foreman

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. is seeking a Shop Foreman to supervise service technicians and yard staff, coordinating workload for maximum efficiency and quality repairs.

You will instruct and train staff, prioritize safety, and ensure repairs are properly documented and billed to the correct account. The role requires strong supervisory experience, a valid driver’s license, and a proven track record in mechanical repair within rental industries, with a focus on customer service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Trade school or college degree (bachelor or associate) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• 5+ years of mechanical experience within Rental Industry or similar industry.
• Proven customer relations and communications skills.
• Basic computer understanding to enter data or information into a terminal or PC.
• Methods, materials and tools required to repair and maintain rental equipment.
• Proven safety record.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, assist and train service technicians in best practices of equipment repair and safety
• Perform inspections of completed repairs to ensure thorough and quality of work performed
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes
• Work in cooperation with other areas to provide quality, seamless customer service
• Directs service technicians and yard staff in daily operations
• Schedules service and maintenance of equipment in the workshop and/or customer job site; including coordinating response to breakdowns with road technicians
• Monitors all equipment, ensuring that all repairs have been properly designated to the account of a customer, supplier or the profit center
• Assists Profit Center Manager in training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving conflicts
• Other duties assigned by manager

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical repair

Customer relations

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

Trade school or college degree (bachelor or associates) preferred

Job description

Join Our Team!
Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

Job Description Summary

• Develop a career track
• Leverage your current skills while developing new skills
• Work with an incredible team of people

Sunbelt Rentals--the fastest growing rental business in North America--is seeking a Shop Foreman. As a Shop Foreman, you will supervise employees engaged in repairing and maintaining rental equipment. Assists in coordinating and directing the workload of the Service Department for maximum efficiency and productivity while providing quality repair work. Advises and recommends technician skills and training needs. Consistently exhibits Sunbelt Rental’s core values.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Instruct, assist and train service technicians in best practices of equipment repair and safety
• Perform inspections of completed repairs to ensure thorough and quality of work performed
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes
• Work in cooperation with other areas to provide quality, seamless customer service
• Directs service technicians and yard staff in daily operations
• Schedules service and maintenance of equipment in the workshop and/or customer job site; including coordinating response to breakdowns with road technicians
• Monitors all equipment, ensuring that all repairs have been properly designated to the account of a customer, supplier or the profit center
• Assists Profit Center Manager in training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving conflicts
• Other duties assigned by manager

Qualifications

• Trade school or college degree (bachelor or associates) preferred
• Valid Driver’s license
• Previous supervisory experience
• 5+ years of mechanical experience within Rental Industry or similar industry
• Proven customer relations and communications skills
• Basic computer understanding to enter data or information into a terminal or PC
• Methods, materials and tools required to repair and maintain rental equipment
• Proven safety record

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with applicable laws. Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected class.

Base Pay Range: $27.07 - 37.21

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.