Foreman

  • Hirschbach
  • Kansas City, Kansas
  • Full Time

Lead the Shop. Drive the Standard. Become Our Next Foreman!

Are you the go-to tech when things get tough? Do you lead by example, solve complex mechanical challenges, and keep a team moving with confidence and grit?

Were looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Foreman to take charge of daily shop operations and lead our team of skilled mechanics. This is more than turning wrenchesits about mentorship, excellence, and keeping a high-powered fleet ready to roll .

If youre a natural leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in precision, this is your lane.

What Youll Be Doing:
  • Oversee daily shop operations prioritize workloads, assign tasks, and keep repair timelines on track.

  • Lead a team of mechanics , offering technical guidance, coaching, and support to ensure quality work every time.

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty diesel trucks and trailers, setting the gold standard for performance.

  • Monitor preventative maintenance schedules and emergency repairsnothing gets past you.

  • Order parts, manage inventory, and track repair costs to keep operations efficient and budget-conscious.

  • Ensure safety compliance and uphold the highest standards in every repair and procedure.

  • Communicate directly with drivers, dispatch, and leadership , acting as the bridge between shop and road.

  • Train and mentor new mechanics , helping develop the next generation of diesel pros.

What You Bring:
  • 5+ years of diesel mechanic experience, with at least 12 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

  • Strong diagnostic skills and deep knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, brakes, and trailer systems.

  • Comfortable with shop software, repair tracking tools, and basic computer tasks.

  • DOT, OSHA, and safety compliance knowledge.

  • A team-focused, can-do attitudeyou motivate others and lead by example.

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize repairs, and stay cool under pressure.

Whats in It for You:
  • Competitive pay + bonus opportunities based on performance.
    • Work-life balance: Monday - Friday day shift
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life & disability insurance, plus voluntary coverages.

  • 120 hours of PTO available from Day One.

  • 401(K) plan to invest in your future.

  • A clean, well-equipped shop environment and a company that values your leadership.


Company Overview
For 90 years, Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature sensitive freight. Today, the organization generates $1+ billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America, with company headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Hirschbach provides a breadth of services to our customers, and has a tenured history paired with a future of growth and opportunity.

In April of 2023 Hirschbach became a Certified Veteran's Business Enterprise (VBE) from the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA) as we are 51% owned, operated, and controlled by one or more U.S. military veterans.
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EOE. Offer of employment in contingent upon successful completion or pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Job ID: 484741580
Originally Posted on: 7/10/2025

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