Fleet Repair Shop Foreman

Definition :

• Responsible for completing repairs, adjustments and preventative maintenance service and checks on company vehicles in accordance with prescribed PM policies and procedures.
• Responsible for accurate record keeping of all services and repairs completed.
• Responsible for alerting the Maintenance Manager for any suspected or confirmed abuse of company vehicles / equipment.
• Responsible for determining if reported failures are the result of improper operation by crew members, material defects, normal wear, or other causes.
• Responsible for facility and ground maintenance as assigned by the Maintenance Manager. Complete preventative maintenance checks and services on all vehicles.
• Perform diagnosis and repair on brake systems. Perform diagnosis and repair of electrical systems. Perform diagnosis and repair of power train.

Perform diagnosis and repair of air conditioning / heating systems.

• Respond to road calls as needed.
• Remain abreast of changes and trends in the industry.
• Accept other associated responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

• Strong knowledge of methods, material, tools, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment : operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair of vehicles ranging from passenger cars to in the one ton category.
• Locating, correcting, and adjusting defects in complex automotive and mechanical equipment; performing skilled work in repairing, overhauling, and maintaining gas- and diesel-powered automotive equipment;
• intercepting and working from charts, technical manuals, and diagrams; using and caring for tools and equipment used in automotive and mechanical repair work;

maintaining detailed and routine records.

• Must be able to stay on task with little or no oversite.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner. Ability to maintain a good driving record.
• Ability to adhere to established safety policies and guidelines. Currently possess a current valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive field, successful completion of industry recognized trade school is a plus.

Current or prior ASE ( Automotive service excellence) and EVT ( Emergency Vehicle Technician) certification is a plus.

• Strong background in electrical, air conditioning, heating, braking, and power train systems. To include diagnosis and repair.
• EPA 609 certification for procurement / purchasing, of refrigerant type gases and oils for air-conditioning systems.
• Must furnish own tools.

Physical Requirement :

• Must be able to sit, stand, and / or walk for extended periods. Ability to use a variety of Office Equipment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 Lbs.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and machinery.
• Ability to perform various physically intensive tasks.
• Has no back problem, muscle problem, or other physical disability which would not allow the lifting and carrying of heavy weight.
• Has quick reflexes and superior safe driving ability.
• Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy, rheumatic, arthritic, orthopedic, muscular, neuromuscular, or vascular disease, or any other medical condition which may interfere with his ability to control and operate a motor vehicle and automotive repair machinery or tools.
• Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.
• No emotional, mental, nervous, organic, or functional disorder likely to interfere with safe emergency driving and operation of automotive repair machinery or tools.
• No impairment of use of foot, leg, hands, arms or other structural defects or limitations likely to interfere with safe driving and operation of automotive repair machinery or tools.
30+ days ago