Shop Foreman/ Lead Mechanic

Shop Foreman (Lead Mechanic)

Company:

Standard Truck and Trailer Sales, Inc.

Reports to:

Director of Operations Location:

4790 N. Cornelia Ave, Fresno, CA I. Role Overview Standard Truck and Trailer Sales is looking for an experienced Shop Foreman to lead our maintenance and repair team. You are a "player-coach"—someone who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty under a hopper trailer but can also lead a crew of mechanics with a positive, professional attitude. You will be responsible for the physical readiness of our fleet, ensuring every unit that leaves the yard is safe, compliant, and built to withstand the rigors of the California harvest. II. Key Responsibilities 1.

Technical Leadership & Repair Hands-on Maintenance:

Perform and oversee daily repair, service, and structural maintenance on agricultural flatbeds and hopper trailers.

Quality Control:

Inspect all completed work to ensure it meets company and safety standards before equipment is released to customers.

Welding & Fabrication:

Lead all welding projects, including structural repairs and custom builds for the almond, pistachio, and wine grape industries. 2.

Crew Management Supervision:

Lead and motivate a tight-knit crew of mechanics; provide daily guidance, troubleshooting support, and workflow assignments.

On-the-Job Training:

Mentor junior mechanics and provide practical training on trailer systems, safety protocols, and shop equipment.

Safety Enforcement:

Ensure the shop remains a safe environment, following all forklift and heavy machinery safety guidelines. Implement our Injury Illness Prevention Program. 3.

Shop Operations Scheduling:

Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure equipment is ready by contracted pickup dates.

Field Service:

Coordinate and perform off-site emergency repairs for customers when needed.

Tool & Uniform Care:

Maintain shop tools and equipment (Company provides all tools and uniforms).

Purchase Ordering:

Maintain inventory of necessary parts and purchase as needed.

Collaboration:

Work daily with the Office Manager to: Schedule employees shift. Prioritize repair schedules based on upcoming rental deadlines. Create extensive off-site schedule coordination and preparation for off-site customer repairs. III.

Required Skills & Certifications Experience:

5+ years of proven success as a mechanic/welder in a related industry (Ag or Heavy Trucking).

Forklift Driving Experience Certifications:

• Welding Certificate (Required)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and transport +50 pounds. Must have manual-hand-finger dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination. Must be able to work in harsh California summer weather conditions .

Soft Skills:

A positive attitude and the ability to lead a "tight-knit" community of repairmen.

Schedule & Environment Standard:

Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. Peak Season (May-August): Up to 60 hours per week and 8 Saturdays leading up to harvest to ensure customer success.

Culture:

A close-knit, collaborative environment where high-quality craftsmanship is respected. VI. Benefits Competitive Hourly Wage + Overtime Company Provided Tools & Uniforms Medical, Sick Time, & Vacation 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matched)

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Mechanical:

5 years (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) English (Required)

Work Location:

In person