As PNW's Foreman, you will serve as both a productive technician and the day-to-day leader of the shop floor. Your role is to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the high standards expected at PNW Automotive while developing the team around you.
Our Foreman position requires balancing production with leadership. You are expected to remain billable (25-35hrs) per week while providing technical guidance, managing workflow, coaching team members, and supporting shop operations. Your success will be measured not only by your own performance, but by the performance and growth of the entire team. You'll have clear goals, and a clear picture of what success is, and clear baselines for earning tiered bonuses. (Pay posted is base pay not including bonus pay)
At PNW you'll:
- Perform diagnostic and repair work while maintaining strong personal productivity.
- Direct daily shop workflow by assigning work based on technician skill level, training opportunities, shop priorities, and customer needs.
- Coach and mentor technicians to improve diagnostic ability, repair quality, efficiency, and confidence.
- Evaluate technician performance and work with management to develop individual training and growth plans.
- Support hiring efforts by participating in interviews and evaluating technical candidates.
- Address performance concerns professionally through coaching, accountability, and constructive feedback.
- Monitor shop productivity, quality, and efficiency while helping remove obstacles that prevent technicians from succeeding.
- Track and support shop goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and overall production capacity.
- Learn new diagnostic procedures, repair techniques, and industry advancements, then train and develop the rest of the team on those skills.
- Lead by example through professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Complete Foreman Certification or provide a copy of your current Foreman training and certification.
You will be both a leader and a contributor to your PNW Team. You will set the standard for technical excellence, teamwork, accountability, and professionalism with your awesomeness. Your leadership will create an environment where technicians continue to improve, customers receive exceptional service, and the shop operates efficiently every day.
We recognize that accepting this position may require a significant personal commitment by relocating to our north coast community. We do not take that decision lightly, and we thank you for even considering it!
Our goal is to provide more than just a job—we are offering an opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that values technical excellence, leadership, and continuous growth. PNW is deeply committed to investing in your success through training, professional development, and providing the resources needed to lead a high-performing team.
We are looking for someone who intends to become an integral part of our company and our community. Joining PNW Automotive is about more than a new position—it's an opportunity to build a life in one of the Pacific Northwest's most unique communities.
Astoria offers a pace that's hard to find elsewhere. Within minutes of the shop, you'll have access to world-class fishing, crabbing, boating, hiking, camping, surfing, hunting, and miles of beaches to explore. Whether you enjoy the outdoors, photography, history, breweries, or simply being surrounded by mountains, forests, and the Pacific Ocean, there's always something to do.
Astoria also offers the benefits of a close-knit community without sacrificing access to larger cities. Portland is approximately two hours away, making weekend trips, concerts, professional sporting events, and major shopping easily accessible while allowing you to enjoy a quieter lifestyle at home.
Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid drivers license with a reasonable driving record?
Experience:
- Automotive repair: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- ASE Certification or Ability to Pass A1-A9 + L1 in a pretest (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Astoria, OR 97103 (Required)
Work Location: In person
