Shop Manager

The Shop Manager is responsible for the profitability, performance and the effective maintenance practices on the equipment that is serviced at the location. He is responsible to keep fleet running safely and effectively to meet service operation goals. The Shop Manager provides leadership and direction on all advanced technical functions to his staff to improve efficiency and productivity at his location.

Job Duties

• Ensure proper staffing of shop to complete all scheduled and unscheduled services
• Direct shop staff to perform tasks and directly supervise all shop functions
• Manage employee relations, including payroll, benefits, attendance , productivity performance management, training and employee development
• Make sound decisions and give direction on complex diesel repairs and manage the warranty processing and warranty parts retention policies of the company.
• Direct the Parts Manager to procure parts in the most cost effective manner and maintain the real time inventory accuracy and proper sized parts inventory based on company policy
• Thoroughly understand all tractor maintenance, diagnosis, repair, root cause analysis of common issues, and corrective steps to keep trucks running at maximum efficiency
• Ensure URS brand image is maintained at all times by verifying equipment is branded correctly, clean, free of rust and painted to company colors
• Be well versed in all authorized company software systems to perform the various aspects of his job duties effectively.
• Complete shop safety audits to ensure proper procedures and protocols are being followed; make recommendations to leadership and department to remain in compliance with company standards and DOT/OSHA regulations
• Maintain a clean, orderly and environmentally compliant facility by utilizing internal labor when times are slow to paint and keep things organized and orderly

Skills Required

• Leadership skills
• Negotiation skills
• People management skills
• Process improvement skills
• Analytical skills
• Strong diagnostic and problem solving skills
• Proficient computer skills; ability to use window based software to enter order information
• Safety-centered, positive work ethic
• Ability to create and maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations and creates good culture in order to meet company demands and expectations.

Qualifications

• College Degree preferred but not required with at least four (4) years of management experience in the fleet maintenance industry
• Four (4) years of experience as a master mechanic or steel fabricator preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location