Shop Foreman

Alta Equipment Company; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Outstanding benefits package (Medical,

401(k) with match

Competitive wages

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Work schedule: M-F, day shift

Job summary

Alta Equipment Group is seeking a Construction Equipment Shop Foreman at our Scarborough, ME branch. You will diagnose, repair, and prepare construction equipment while mentoring shop technicians and prioritizing repairs to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and effective communication with management and customers. You will manage tooling, inventory, and training certifications to maximize shop productivity.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing construction equipment in a service environment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, powertrains, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software and electronic troubleshooting tools.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience with maintenance management, inventory, or service reporting systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction.
• Technical certifications or manufacturer training preferred.
• Ability to train and mentor others.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office, eServiceTech, Prosis.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair construction equipment including excavators and loaders.
• Inspect mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to identify issues and plan repairs.
• Provide advanced diagnostics and mentoring to shop technicians.
• Lead quality inspections and verify repair effectiveness.
• Manage shop tooling, inventory, and technician training certifications.
• Support shop operations and maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Diagnostics

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Maintenance management

Inventory management

Education

Technical certifications preferred

Tools

Diagnostic software

Electronic troubleshooting tools

Specialty tooling

Microsoft Office

eServiceTech

Prosis

Job description

Come work for the largest equipment dealer in North America! Are you a hardworking individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment and looking to take your career to the next level? If so, then come join our award-winning team!

We provide our employees with the following tools and resources to be successful:

• Training
• Tuition assistance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Outstanding benefits package (Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, plus much more!)
• 401(k) with match
• Competitive wages
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Work schedule: M-F, day shift

Compensation Range: $38.00 to $50.00 per hour. This range is regarding base pay only and does not include benefits and potential bonuses. Overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographical location, skillset, education, and experience.

Our Construction Equipment Group is seeking a full-time Construction Equipment Shop Foreman for our Scarborough, ME branch. This role is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and preparing construction equipment while providing technical support and mentorship to shop technicians. The Shop Foreman performs quality control inspections, manages shop tooling and supply inventory, oversees technician training and certifications, and works closely with management to prioritize repairs, reduce equipment downtime, and maximize shop productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Equipment Repair & Diagnostics (60%)

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair construction equipment, including excavators, skid steers, loaders, and pavers.
• Inspect mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to identify issues and determine repair solutions.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies and industry regulations.
• Communicate equipment status, repair recommendations, and costs to support operational decisions.

Technical Support, Training & Quality Control (20%)

• Support technicians with advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Provide training and mentorship to promote safe, high-quality workmanship.
• Perform quality inspections and testing to verify repair effectiveness and reliability.

Shop Operations & Inventory Management (20%)

• Manage shop tooling, equipment, and technician training certifications.
• Maintain inventory of shop supplies, parts, fluids, fuel, and consumables.
• Support shop organization, operational efficiency, and adherence to Alta's Guiding Principles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing construction equipment in a service, dealership, or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, powertrains, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and equipment components.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software, electronic troubleshooting tools, and specialty tooling.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team development abilities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience with maintenance management, inventory, or service reporting systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction.
• Relevant technical certifications or manufacturer training preferred.
• Ability to successfully train and mentor others
• Computer Skills a plus - Microsoft Office Suite, eServiceTech, Prosis, Etc.
• Language Skills - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Reasoning Ability - High: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will talk/hear; Frequently will stand, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms; Occasionally will walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Lift and/or Move Functions: Frequently will lift up to 10 pounds; Occasionally will lift up to 100 pounds
• Work Environment: Occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

About Alta:

Culture is Job #1. Alta Equipment Group prides itself in living by our Guiding Principles: Invest in the Best, Passion for Excellence, Customers for Life, Mutual Respect and One Team. More than an equipment company, Alta is an innovator of solutions, delivering diverse products and unrivaled support centered on building lasting customer relationships.

If you have a passion for excellence and are ready to make a difference within our organization, we're ready for you. Whether it's selling the world's-best big iron, rolling up your sleeves and servicing our industry-leading construction and material handling product brands or being a difference maker behind the scenes, we can use your skillset.

At Alta Equipment Group, we believe in mutual respect and are committed to diversity while inspiring our employees to reach their maximum potential. Voted a "Top Work Place USA", our employees across North America are committed to excellence. It's the Alta way.

What We Look For:

At Alta Equipment Group, we are looking for candidates who are a cultural fit with our organization and understand that every task and job goes toward fostering customers for life. Along with that, a great attitude that embraces mutual respect and delivering a consistent high energy level that exudes a passion for excellence. Also, we are searching for a skill set that has a high aptitude for the position with a continual focus on investing in one's profession through additional training and learning.

Other Opportunities at Alta:

Please visit our careers page at altg.jobs to view other openings that may be of interest to you!

Alta Equipment Group is an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate on account of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, height, weight, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, misdemeanor arrest record, or membership in any other classification protected under applicable law. If you believe the Company has violated its equal employment opportunity policy in any way, please contact [e-mail] immediately!