Job Information
Rain for Rent Shop Foreman, Mechanic in Joliet, Illinois
Description
What we do: Rain for Rent moves water every day. We are the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions and are known for our systems engineering expertise, ability to tackle complex jobs cost effectively, and providing high value to organizations with critical liquid management issues. Our experienced teams, backed by skilled engineers, are continually working to redefine what is expected from a liquids handling provider by developing new equipment and harnessing technology for the most demanding environments. Our Rain for Rent solutions exceed customers’ expectations for service and quality for their water-handling, irrigation and temporary liquid-storage problems. We strive to effectively and efficiently complete projects Rain for Rent’s employees are proud to work for this family owned business which has been in business for more than 80 years. We are committed to providing consistent, quality products and services to customers across the U.S., Canada and the UK from more than 65 locations. Honesty and integrity are valued at Rain for Rent and employees are committed to exceeding expectations for service and quality to our customers.
To learn more about us please check out our website here. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfacXlPz9a8)
As a Shop Foreman-Mechanic, you will be responsible for directing job assignments and supervisors the work of mechanics and other personnel as outlined in the duties and responsibilities listed below. You will have a good working knowledge of all tools and equipment required to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel and gasoline engines, pumps and other branch equipment. Maintain shop repair parts inventory and equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Implementing Company safety standards, practices, and values through hands on leadership and teamwork
Holding staff accountable for standard operating procedure compliance.
Implementing “best practices” to improve shop efficiency without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
Developing employees with sufficient mentoring and training to lead them to success.
Executing solid stewardship of assets (employees and equipment) assigned to the department.
Preparing and processing necessary paperwork related to inventory, purchases, scheduling, time keeping, work orders, and other routine shop activities.
Ensuring that the maintenance and repair of the rental fleet, trucks, trailers, and other shop equipment is occurring at the appropriate and required times according to company policy.
Exceeding the budget expectations for the department.
Maintaining a safe, neat, and efficient operations throughout the shop and any prescribed areas of responsibility.
Maximizing labor recovery for shop mechanics through efficient scheduling and monitoring productivity.
Leading by setting a good example to the crews in the areas of Safety and Compliance.
Maintaining and monitoring repair and maintenance parts inventory and stock levels by working with vendors and operations manager.
Participating in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Directing job assignments for all mechanics and supervise daily activities of pump shop and field maintenance, repairs & troubleshooting.
Able to safely operate and drive service truck and fork truck to tow/move various trailers or equipment into place.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Supervise/direct the selection, training, development, appraisal, and work assignments of mechanics.
What we offer:• Advancing your career through company provided training and development • A competitive base salary paid on a weekly basis• Nine paid holidays and paid time off program• Tuition reimbursement• Employees also participate in excellent Benefits (http://www.rainforrent.com/) including: Medical, dental, vision and a matching 401k plan
When you join the Rain for Rent team, you will have the opportunity to make friends in the course of doing good business and can contribute positively to your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.
Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.
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Qualifications
Education
Required
- High School or GED or better
Experience
Required
- Two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)