Foreman

Road Machinery & Supplies Co. is searching for a Foreman to join its team at its Negaunee location. In this role, the main responsibilities will include assisting the Service Supervisor & Service Manager in directing daily workflow, ensuring a safe and clean work environment for all Technicians, and mentoring of all Technicians in the shop. The main duty in this role is acting as a role model in a safe and efficient way of completing work. This is a working position that also includes Shop Technician Responsibilities.

As a member of the team, you will enjoy:

• Work Culture – RMS is family-owned and treats their team members right. RMS values long term relationships with our customers, vendors, and each other.
• Career Opportunities – Experience a career with the support and encouragement to develop yourself and others.
• Competitive Compensation Packages – Based on experience and other factors.
• Full Benefits Package – Full Union (Local 324 Operating Engineers) Health Insurance - Company paid. Life Insurance Policy ($50,000) – Company paid. Long-Term Disability - Company paid. Generous 401(K) contribution (no employee contribution necessary), Accident insurance – Company paid for employee (option to add family.), Paid Holidays (8 holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per year), Vacation and Sick Leave.
• Stability and Reputation – RMS has been in business for 97 years and continues to grow.

Responsibilities:

Safety:

• Ensures tooling in the shop is in safe, usable condition
• Audits high risk employee's safe work practices and other safe work practices
• Commits and monitors the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times by one's self and other Technicians
• Assists with near miss incident reporting and corrective action problem solving with team
• Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows all safe work practices and policies and adheres to contamination control requirements
• Conducts job safety audits to ensure Lockout/Tagout, Pre-job Hob Hazard Analysis, and Monthly Safety Inspections etc. are completed and effective
• Assist supervisor with assuring all safety standards are being met and provide training or guidance as needed

Workflow:

• Assists Supervisor in directing daily workflow and ensuring deadlines are met
• Communicates with Service Supervisor/Manager regarding productivity and issues
• Advises customers on course of action in repairs. Communicates before, during, and after the repair when the Supervisor is absent/unavailable or when requested
• Reviews customer jobs as necessary to ensure that work is completed correctly and proper work procedures are being followed
• Inspect completed machines to assure all repairs were performed complete and to RMS work standards
• Assists and supports the Supervisor throughout the day and/or when the Supervisor is absent with customer interactions and administrative duties

Mentoring:

• Assists with onboarding of new Technicians and Intern Technicians
• Provides assistance to all levels of technicians at the branch
• Mentors new employees, including apprentices, on job hazard analysis and safe working practices

Shop Technician:

• Perform routine maintenance on all types of mobile heavy equipment
• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair engine complaints
• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair to various types of mobile equipment hydraulic systems
• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of basic DC electrical systems

Qualifications/Skills:

• Management experience preferred
• Technical or Associates in Diesel Engine Repair or Automotive Technician Diploma
• 6-8 years of technical or mechanical knowledge in heavy equipment
• Knowledge of DC electrical troubleshooting process and operation.
• Knowledge of basic hydraulic system structure, function, and operation.
• Knowledge of basic diesel engine operation and aftertreatment structure, function and operation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required
• Strong people leader who develops his/her employees through coaching and feedback
• Strong computer skills required
• Personal characteristics: planning/organization, customer focus, problem solving, even temperament, leadership, strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work responsibly, safely, and intelligently
• Have the desire to take action, improve, and be appreciative
• Possess the capability to engage with customers, co-workers, and vendors in a respectful manner

About Road Machinery & Supplies Co.

Road Machinery & Supplies Co. is a distributor of construction and mining equipment with sales and support operations throughout the Upper Midwest. RMS is a multiline dealer, representing the best brands of construction equipment in the industry, including Komatsu, Epiroc, TCI, Morooka, JLG, Broce Broom, Gorman-Rupp, ASV/Yanmar, and Broderson.

At Road Machinery & Supplies Co. we understand our customers depend on our expertise, performance, and commitment to avoid downtime, lost production, and cost over-runs. Our employees are committed to providing the services, technical support, and product solutions that let our customers complete their projects on schedule and within budget, allowing their businesses to thrive. Equal Opportunity Employer.