The Shop Foreman will oversee daily shop operations while assisting with diagnostics, repairs, scheduling, and technician leadership. This role serves as the bridge between maintenance staff, operations, and drivers to ensure equipment is maintained safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Supervise and support shop technicians and maintenance personnel
Coordinate daily workflow, repairs, PM schedules, and shop priorities
Assist with diagnostics and major repairs on tractors and tanker trailers
Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with DOT/FMCSA standards
Monitor shop productivity, quality, and repair timelines
Perform inspections and verify completed work
Assist with inventory control and parts ordering
Train and mentor technicians while promoting a strong safety culture
Maintain accurate maintenance and repair documentation
Communicate effectively with operations, drivers, and management
Help manage emergency breakdowns and after-hours maintenance needs when necessary
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional shop environment
Requirements
Qualifications
5+ years of truck and trailer maintenance experience preferred
Previous leadership or foreman experience strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of diesel engines, tanker trailers, air brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and DOT compliance
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical issues
Experience scheduling preventative maintenance and coordinating shop workflow
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
CDL preferred but not required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Must possess own mechanic tools
Benefits
At Al Warren Oil, we recognize the importance of investing in our employees and providing a workplace where people can build long-term careers.
What We Offer
Competitive Hourly Pay Rates with Overtime
Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Vacations
Empower 401(k) Retirement Program with Company Match Starting Day 1
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Prescription, Vision, and Dental Insurance
HSA Employer Contributions Up To $2,400
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Available
Optional Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Training
Clean and Safe Working Environment
Boot and Glove Reimbursement Program
Safety and Shop Paid Bonuses
Numbers & Facts
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Skills
CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Diesel Engineunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Emergency Managementunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Fleet Managementunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Life Insuranceunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operational Communicationsunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Prescription Drugsunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Retail Managementunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
Weldingunmatched
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