Shop Foreman
- Rocky View, AB
- On-site
- Posted Sep 30, 2026
- 1 position
$50 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Shop Foreman leads daily shop operations, supervising personnel and coordinating the maintenance, repair, and preparation of heavy equipment and tooling. They are responsible for ensuring all assets are project-ready while maintaining safety standards and accurate documentation.
Job details
The Tunneling Company is a leading trenchless construction contractor specializing in microtunneling, HDD, auger boring, pipe ramming, and other underground construction methods across Western Canada and the United States. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Shop Foreman to lead our maintenance team and ensure our fleet, equipment, and tooling remain safe, reliable, and project-ready. The Shop Foreman is responsible for supervising shop personnel and coordinating all maintenance, repair, fabrication, inspection, and preparation activities related to company vehicles, heavy equipment, tooling, and support assets. The Shop Foreman takes direction from and reports to the Operations Manager and is responsible for ensuring equipment is maintained in a safe, operational, and cost-effective manner. Responsibilities and Duties * Lead and supervise daily shop operations and shop personnel. * Schedule, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance and repair activities. * Oversee preventative maintenance programs for heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, tooling, and support equipment. * Perform and assist with troubleshooting, repairs, fabrication, and equipment inspections. * Ensure equipment is prepared and ready for field operations and mobilizations. * Monitor and maintain parts, consumables, and shop inventory levels. * Coordinate equipment inspections, certifications, and regulatory compliance requirements. * Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and work orders. * Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies and safe work practices. * Mentor, train, and support mechanics, apprentices, and shop personnel. * Work closely with Operations and Project Teams to support operational requirements. Experience and Training Requirements Required * Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic, Welder, or equivalent trade certification * Minimum 3-5 years of experience maintaining and repairing heavy construction equipment. * Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory or lead-hand experience in a maintenance shop environment. * Experience planning and scheduling maintenance activities. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. * Proficient with maintenance records, inspections, and equipment documentation. * Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence. * Ability to obtain and maintain site safety certifications. Asset * Class 1 or Class 3 Driver's Licence. * Experience operating forklifts, telehandlers, and overhead cranes. * Knowledge of inventory control and parts procurement. * Experience using maintenance management software or fleet maintenance systems. * First Aid Certification. * CSTS, WHMIS, Ground Disturbance, and other construction safety certifications. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Strong leadership and team development skills. * Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. * Hands-on approach and willingness to support the team on the shop floor. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * High attention to detail and equipment reliability. * Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting operational deadlines. Additional Information * Starting Wage: $50.00 per hour * Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage * Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with opportunities for overtime as required. We would like to thank you for your interest in The Tunneling Company. All applications and resumes will be reviewed, those selected for an interview will be contacted to move forward through the recruitment process.
What you’ll do
The Shop Foreman leads daily shop operations, supervising personnel and coordinating the maintenance, repair, and preparation of heavy equipment and tooling. They are responsible for ensuring all assets are project-ready while maintaining safety standards and accurate documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic or Welder certification with at least 3-5 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and shop supervision. A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and strong troubleshooting abilities are required.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
Listed skills
- Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
- Team Leadership · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
- scheduling · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Heavy equipment maintenance
- Shop supervision
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Fabrication
- Inventory management
- Regulatory compliance
- Team leadership
- Equipment inspection
- Scheduling
- Safety culture
- Mentoring
- Welding
- Heavy duty mechanics
- Equipment Inspection
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Fleet Maintenance
- Maintenance Coordination
- Overhead Crane Operation
- First Aid Certification
- Planning
- Maintenance Management Software
- Asset Allocation
- Construction
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
- Communication
- Procurement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Heavy Equipment
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Communications
- Inventory Control
- Problem Solving
- Mechanics
- Operations Management
- Operations
- Pipe Ramming
- Safety Culture
- Team Building
- Tooling
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Coordinating
- Prioritization
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Shop Foreman
- Maintenance Crew Chief
- Mechanical Engineering Technicians
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
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