Union Shop Foreman

Sunbelt Rentals; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals— the fastest growing rental business in North America— seeks a Shop Foreman to lead service technicians and yard staff with an emphasis on safety and efficiency.

You will train and supervise staff, coordinate repairs, and drive improvements in workflow while maintaining strong customer relations. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and a path for growth within a thriving national company.

Qualifications

• Trade school or college degree preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• 5+ years of mechanical experience in rental industry or related field.
• Proven customer relations and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills to enter data into a terminal or PC.
• Knowledge of repair methods, materials and tools.
• Proven safety record.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, assist and train service technicians in repair and safety.
• Inspect completed repairs for thoroughness and quality.
• Strive to improve operations, reduce turnaround times, and streamline processes.
• Coordinate with other areas to provide quality, seamless customer service.
• Direct service technicians and yard staff in daily operations.
• Schedule service and maintenance of equipment and coordinate response to breakdowns.
• Monitor all equipment and designate repairs to the appropriate account.
• Assist Profit Center Manager in training employees and planning workloads.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical experience

Customer relations

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Repair knowledge

Safety awareness

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. 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.

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

$32.28-$33.28 The hourly wage depends on the agreed rate under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement for this location.

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.

The hourly wage depends on the agreed rate under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement for this location.

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.

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