Assistant Service Manager

J.F. Brennan Company Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Service Manager to support daily maintenance operations for marine and heavy construction equipment. This role involves assisting with scheduling, managing parts and inventory, and coordinating with field teams to ensure equipment readiness. Join a family-owned company known for its commitment to safety, quality, and employee empowerment, and enjoy a rewarding career with competitive compensation and an industry-leading benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) with Matching

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Profit-Sharing Program

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in maintenance coordination or administration.
• Basic understanding of tools, equipment, and maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and prioritizing equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Monitor equipment condition and service logs to identify issues.

Skills

Maintenance Coordination

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Multitasking Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

HCSS360

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Service Manager to support daily maintenance operations for marine and heavy construction equipment. Reporting to the Service Manager, this role assists with scheduling work orders, managing parts and inventory, updating maintenance records, and coordinating with field teams to ensure equipment readiness.

Assistant Service Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Service Manager in managing daily shop and field maintenance operations.


• Assist in scheduling and prioritizing equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.


• Help coordinate with project teams to meet equipment availability needs.


• Monitor equipment condition and service logs to identify recurring issues.


• Assist in maintaining accurate maintenance records and tracking service history.


• Work with vendors to source parts and schedule outside repairs as needed.


• Support mechanics and technicians by providing technical information and ensuring proper tools and parts are available.


• Participate in safety meetings and ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations.


• Help manage parts inventory and maintain organization in the shop.


• Step in to lead or supervise staff during the Service Manager's absence.

Assistant Service Manager Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• 1-3 years of experience in maintenance coordination or administration; construction equipment knowledge preferred


• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to learn HCSS360


• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently


• Basic understanding of tools, equipment, and maintenance processes


• Ability to identify and suggest improvements for safety, efficiency, and cost control

Who is Brennan?

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a 100-year-old, family-owned company that specializes in water-based environmental remediation and marine construction headquartered in La Crosse, WI that offers our employees growth, challenging work, empowerment, and meaningful work. Brennan is known for tackling complex maritime projects, providing unique solutions through teamwork and collaboration, and maintaining a family-orientated culture.

Why choose us?

• We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work, and recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplace in Construction.


• Our culture sets us apart. We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.


• Our focus on safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.


• We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above-average compensation.


• We offer an industry-leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit-sharing program.

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

J.F. Brennan Company Inc. ("Brennan") and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan's resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan's Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.

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