Shop Foreman

Sunbelt Rentals; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

401(k) Match

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals in Laurel, MD is seeking a Shop Foreman to supervise technicians, coordinate workload for the service department, and ensure high-quality repair work. You will advise on skills and training needs while promoting efficiency and customer service excellence in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical experience in rental or similar industries, supervisory experience, and strong communication abilities.

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 into a terminal or PC.
• Tools and methods 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

Customer relations

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical experience

Basic computer skills

Safety minded

Education

Trade school or college degree (bachelor or associate)

Tools

Repair tools

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. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Shop Foreman

Are you seeking an entrepreneurial, empowering workplace that allows you to:

• 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 skillsBasic 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: $31.13 - 42.80 Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

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

Gear up for an exciting career!

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.

A leader in the equipment rental industry, Sunbelt Rentals is constantly advancing the idea of how a company can best serve its customers, communities and the planet. With over 1,000 locations across North America and an expansive portfolio of products and services, we deliver solutions to support any job. Sunbelt’s extensive fleet exceeds and includes general construction equipment, industrial tools, pumps, power & HVAC, trench shoring, scaffolding, remediation & restoration equipment, and more.

At Sunbelt Rentals, we place enormous value on the welfare and commitment of our employees as well as the superior level of service they provide for our customers. All our employees benefit from extensive on-the-job training, which is amongst the best in the industry. Our advancement opportunities are why many of our staff remain with us throughout their careers.

Sunbelt Rentals means diversity, teamwork, recognition for exceptional performance, and room to grow!

We are proud to offer the following benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan - US RRS Plan – CAN Paid Parental Leave Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement And many more

Designed to serve distinct customer segments requiring a high level of technical expertise, Sunbelt Rentals offer a highly diversified product mix, as well as trained experts. Climate Control Services Industrial Services Tools & Equipment Oil & Gas Services Power & HVAC Services Pile Driving Services Pump Solutions Scaffold Services Remediation and Restoration