Foreman - Truck Repair Shop

WE ARE HIRING NOW / IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE! American Fleet Service, Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Technician to join our team in Portsmouth, Virginia. This role is ideal for a skilled technician with leadership experience who can perform advanced diagnostics and repairs while supporting and mentoring other technicians in a fast-paced shop environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality service while helping drive shop productivity and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Duties: Perform light- to heavy-duty electrical diagnostics and repairs. Diagnose and repair diesel and gas engines and related systems. Perform suspension, steering, and brake diagnostics and repairs. Diagnose and repair aftertreatment/emissions systems. Perform A/C diagnostics and repairs. Complete Federal DOT inspections.

Perform state inspections in accordance with Virginia regulations. Complete light welding repairs as needed. Identify additional repair and maintenance opportunities for customers. Only expected 40 to 50% time billable hours. Leadership & Shop Support: Support and assist technicians as needed throughout the workday. Ensure technician time is properly documented and accounted for.

Review parts and labor requests for accuracy. Mentor and train less-experienced technicians. Help maintain shop efficiency, quality standards, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

Required: Valid driver’s license. Previous supervisory or leadership experience. Good computer and diagnostic software skills. Must provide personal hand tools. (Large shop equipment and diagnostic tools are provided). Preferred: Virginia State Inspection License. CDL (Commercial Driver’s License). ASE Certifications.

EPA 609 A/C Certification. Technical or Trade School Training.

Compensation

& Benefits: What We Offer: Highly competitive hourly pay. Paid Weekly. Performance-based bonus plan. Paid vacation and holidays. Health, dental, and supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan with company match. Extra pay for State Inspection License and each ASE Certification. Paid continuing education and certification training.

Uniforms provided. Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. No weekends. No after-hours road service. About American Fleet Service: American Fleet Service, Inc. is a well-established independent truck and trailer repair shop serving Tidewater Virginia for over 17 years. We service and repair all makes and models of trucks and trailers while providing our team with state-of-the-art technology, ongoing training, and strong technical support.

How to Apply: To get started, please provide: A current resume. Completed employment application. (Applications may be completed in person or emailed to you). Two forms of identification. (Examples: Driver’s License, Social Security Card, or Birth Certificate). Availability for an interview.