Job Description

A well-established heavy highway and civil construction company is hiring a Heavy Equipment Service Manager / Shop Foreman in Lancaster, SC to lead shop and field service operations. Ideal candidates bring diesel, heavy equipment, and shop leadership experience. Apply today for a steady Monday-Friday day shift and team-focused culture.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead daily shop and field service operations, balancing preventive maintenance, repair orders, inspections, service calls, and jobsite equipment breakdowns.
• Prioritize and assign mechanics based on urgency, skill level, equipment needs, and production impact, adjusting assignments as priorities change.
• Serve as the primary shop contact for jobsite equipment failures, assess repair needs, dispatch service resources, and communicate status updates to operations leadership.
• Provide technical direction, training, and coaching to diesel mechanics, reviewing repair quality and troubleshooting direction while leading the operation rather than serving as the primary repair technician.
• Coordinate parts and vendor support, monitor maintenance and repair costs, and maintain accurate work orders, service records, and equipment maintenance history.
• Maintain a safe, organized shop, inspect tools and work areas, and reinforce PPE requirements and safe work practices with the safety team.

Requirements

• Required:

• • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 3+ years of progressively responsible diesel mechanic or heavy equipment maintenance experience, including the ability to guide and oversee repair work performed by mechanics.
  • Strong working knowledge of diesel, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems with the ability to guide troubleshooting and verify repair direction.
  • Ability to read maintenance manuals, repair procedures, schematics, and technical information, with sufficient welding and fabrication knowledge to oversee repair quality when needed.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to delegate work, prioritize service needs, coordinate people and resources, and coach mechanic staff.
  • Clear communication and documentation skills for working with mechanics, operators, field leaders, managers, vendors, and maintaining accurate service records.
  • Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and ability to safely access shop and field service areas, inspect equipment, and perform the physical duties required for the role.

• Preferred:

• • Prior shop leadership, service management, field service coordination, or mechanic supervisory experience.
  • Valid CDL.

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