Shop Foreman - Amarillo, TX

Bruckner's Truck & Equipment; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Plans

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Excellent health, dental and vision plans

401(k) and Profit‑Sharing Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Stock Ownership

Disability and Life Insurance

Internal Promotion Opportunities

Health Club Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Bruckner's Truck & Equipment in Amarillo, Texas is seeking a Service Foreman to manage the Service department and oversee mechanics. Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, scheduling jobs based on employee skills, and communicating with customers regarding repairs.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of mechanic experience, including two years in a supervisory role, and must possess strong interpersonal and diagnostic skills. Competitive benefits include health plans, tuition assistance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required.
• At least four years as a mechanic, with two years as a shop foreman.
• Ability to read reports and operate computer terminals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanics and ensure effective operations in the Service department.
• Communicate with drivers and owners to diagnose problems.
• Road test trucks to diagnose issues and verify repairs.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Interpersonal skills

Mechanic knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer terminals

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Working with the service manager. Responsible for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the Service department. Oversees the work of the mechanics. Able to make proper diagnosis of all components and recommended repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnostic ability of all components of the truck.
• Help in writing up repair orders and communicating with the drivers and owners in order to determine problems and solutions.
• Schedule and assign jobs and work areas to employees according to their skills and knowledge, eliminating time lost between jobs.
• Inspect and advise the mechanics on work as it progresses.
• Keep track of each customer job and advise the customer on time of completion, cost, additional repairs.
• Road test and dyno test trucks to diagnose problems and determine if repairs are complete.
• Ensure buildings, grounds, and work areas remain clean and equipment properly maintained.
• Help determine parts to be replaced and coordinate with Parts Department for availability.
• Assist in completing repair orders, verifying the mechanics write‑up, ensuring parts billed correctly, and all lines added; code each repair accurately.
• Determine warranty for parts and ascertain if a repair is warrantable.
• Arrive at least thirty minutes before scheduled mechanic time to analyze work schedule.
• Be willing to work additional hours as workload and business requires and perform other duties as directed by management.
• Help ensure safe working conditions for all employees.

Educational Requirements

Minimum high school diploma required.

Work Experience

Minimum four years as a mechanic and at least two years as a shop foreman or lead mechanic.

Mathematical Skills & Reasoning Ability

Should be able to read computer‑generated reports, office reports, invoices, etc., and operate computer terminals.

Special Skills

Must possess good interpersonal skills and have the ability to interact well with customers, vendors, and co‑workers in a positive and constructive manner. Must also have and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL).

Physical Demands

Requires ability to climb around, on, and under trucks to inspect and diagnose. Must lift 50 pounds to the waist and 25 pounds to the shoulder. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation Plans
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Excellent health, dental and vision plans
• Investments in Training & Development
• Generous 401(k) and Profit‑Sharing Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership (every employee earns shares and has ownership interest in the Bruckner’s organization)
• Technician Student Loan Reimbursement Program
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Internal Promotion Opportunities
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Club Reimbursement
• Family and Team Oriented Environment
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Engaging and Challenging Assignments
• Drug‑free workplace