Shop Foreman Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the shop foreman opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for technical support to shop personnel monitoring progress and work close to cranes equipment technicians providing troubleshoot and other domiciled port equipment resolving mechanical or electrical problems.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Possess detailed knowledge of the cabinetry industry
• Extensive heavy aggregate equipment background preferred
• Solid shop floor management knowledge and supervisory and management training necessary
• An above average computer comfort level to work with Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, MS Outlook, and Distributor Operating systems
• A High School education
• Experience in heavy earth moving equipment and on and off highway trucks and asphalt paving equipment preferred
• Working foreman with supervisory experience to lead a team of 6-8 mechanics
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all company safety policies and procedures

In response to your job posting for shop foreman, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direct reports with appropriate training, equipment, tools, and feedback required to perform their jobs safely and efficiently.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience with generators, mobile cranes, light plants, compaction, ski resort grooming, waste management and firefighting equipment is highly preferred
• Requires knowledge of sound mechanical practices as applied to commercial and special-purpose equipment, to include electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Class B CDL with Air Brake & Passenger Endorsements
• Experience as a certified "A" Mechanic preferred
• Prior experience supervising a crew, including managing time, corrective action, and performance reviews
• Drywall taping and repair
• Strong Business Management Background
• Process Measurement and Analysis (KPI) Experience

In response to your job posting for shop foreman, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for direct supervision and technical guidance Crews performing maintenance and construction activities on all electrical commercial and industrial projects.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Troubleshoot malfunctions and repairs
• Direct and develop peers
• Replace defective engines and sub-assemblies, such as transmissions, electric motors, drums, seals, hydraulic pumps, valves, pistons, rods, gears
• Experience with OEM diagnostic software (Cat ET, Cummins Insite )
• Extensive experience in truck and/or heavy equipment maintenance and repair, including diesels, hydraulic systems, air conditioning, brake adjustments and electrical systems
• Familiar with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems & 5S processes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Package inclusive of Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Assigns duties to shop workers

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the shop foreman position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for analysis and recommendations for purchasing of parts and new equipment when requested, across the program, to include field camps.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Possesses detailed knowledge of shop industry
• Is able to remain calm and clear-headed in an emergency or irate customer situation
• Is able to read, interpret, and compose work orders
• Is capable of translating industry terminology into straightforward terms for explanatory purposes
• Volkswagen Trained Technician I
• Thorough understanding of cabinetry design construction products
• Proper use of hand power tools and woodworking machinery in the cabinet building trades
• Experience with panel saws, edge banders, machining centers/routers and assembly bench operations, tenor machine and planer machine

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the shop foreman position.

Previously, I was responsible for direct supervision and technical guidance to crews performing maintenance and construction activities on all electrical commercial and industrial projects.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Basics in Materials Procurement
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software
• Functions as a recognized technical expert in the field of equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair and procurement
• Experience with generators, mobile cranes, light plants, compaction, ski resort grooming equipment, waste management and firefighting equipment is highly preferred
• Will communicate with district administrative clerks clerical needs including but not limited to damage reports due to well affluent, timesheets, equipment tracking
• Coordinate the acquisition of materials from vendors that is needed for the maintenance and repairs of testing equipment
• Perform all necessary routine maintenance on shop equipment such as pumps, forklifts, cranes, trailers, and all other equipment
• Assist with rig up/rig down operations on client locations as needed