Shop Foreperson - Savannah, GA

CRH; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and life

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth and intr

Job summary

APAC-Atlantic, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leader in asphalt production serving Coastal Georgia and South Carolina. The Shop Foreperson will lead maintenance, schedule technicians, manage parts and records, and coordinate with managers to keep equipment available and safe for operations.

You will oversee preventative maintenance, drive repair efficiency, and ensure quality workmanship while maintaining logs and supporting nighttime paving operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience maintaining and repairing trucks, diesel engines, heavy equipment, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Proven ability to lead, schedule, coach, and support mechanics or maintenance technicians.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose mechanical issues and determine effective repair solutions.
• Must have valid driver’s license and ability to meet fleet safety program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead shop activities during regular maintenance, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
• Schedule, assign, and support technicians to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain work orders and track time, daily.
• Assist with dispatching low-boy drivers and coordinate equipment moves.
• Plan work procedures and recommend repair solutions or part redesigns as needed.
• Manage repair parts, inventory, and shop organization.
• Keep accurate records for labor, equipment time, parts usage, and repairs.
• Coordinate with managers and maintenance staff to ensure equipment availability.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop and reporting environment.

Skills

Truck maintenance

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Leadership

Scheduling

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team player

Education

Two-year certificate from college or technical school

Job description

Job ID: 529310

APAC-Atlantic, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leader in the production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, serving the Coastal Georgia and Low Country South Carolina markets for over 70 years. No matter how big or small the paving project is, APAC-Atlantic’s goal on any project is to finish on time and on budget. But most importantly, our goal is to make sure the project uses the right materials and construction methods proven to last. From paving and project management to materials, we have you covered. Are you ready to join the best in the business? At APAC-Atlantic, we’re more than just a team. We’re a family. APAC-Atlantic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify Participant.

Why Join Us As a Shop Foreperson

Position Summary

What You’ll Do

• Lead shop activities during regular maintenance, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance work.
• Schedule, assign, and support technicians to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Maintain work orders and direct report timesheets daily.
• Assist with dispatching low-boy drivers and coordinate equipment moves as needed.
• Plan work procedures, identify repair solutions, and recommend part redesigns, substitutions, or rearrangements when needed.
• Manage repair parts, preventative maintenance materials, inventory, and shop organization.
• Maintain accurate records for labor, equipment time, parts usage, inventory control, and repair activity.
• Coordinate with managers, operations teams, and maintenance staff to support efficient equipment availability.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and safe shop and maintenance areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Equipment Manager.

What We Are Looking For

• Extensive experience maintaining and repairing trucks, diesel engines, heavy equipment, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
• Proven ability to lead, schedule, coach, and support mechanics or maintenance technicians.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose mechanical issues and determine effective repair solutions.
• Ability to manage parts, inventory, work records, and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Professional, courteous communication with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and the public.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and assist others as needed.
• Two-year certificate from a college or technical school is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required, with the ability to meet fleet safety program qualifications.

Safety & Compliance

• Lead by example to ensure a safe work environment and full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Follow all OSHA, MSHA, company, and Employee Handbook requirements for safe working practices.
• Use the appropriate tools and equipment for each task and ensure PPE is worn in designated operations and production areas.
• Report problems, hazards, and equipment concerns to management promptly.
• Promote safe, efficient work habits across the shop team.

Work Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old due to the nature of the work environment.
• Must pass a pre-employment Fit for Work physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.Must be able to provide valid documentation for I-9 employment eligibility.
• Must report to work at the designated start time and maintain regular, predictable attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime, nights, weekends, outdoors in extreme temperatures, and away from home when required.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and hold materials, tools, and supplies as needed.Be available after hours as needed to support nighttime paving and construction operations.

  Physical & Work Environment Requirements

  • Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
  • Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
  • Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
  • Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
  • Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
  • Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
  • Reasonable accommodation is provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  What CRH Offers You

  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
  • Group retirement savings program
  • Health and wellness programs
  • An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

  About CRH

  CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

  APAC-Atlantic, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

  EOE/Vet/Disability

  CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

  AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.