Assistant Service Manager

Pinnacle Trailer Sales Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Trailer Sales, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Service Manager to support daily service operations, coordinate trailer check-ins, assist with repairs, and ensure clear communication between departments and customers. In the absence of the Service Manager, you will maintain workflow continuity and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include generating invoices, creating work orders, quoting repairs, and keeping the trailer lot organized while following safety and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of service operations and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service focus.
• Experience with equipment maintenance and preventive care.
• Sufficient computer skills and ability to learn various software functions.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate trailer check-ins and assist with repairs.
• Communicate findings and repair needs to customers and departments.
• Generate invoices, close POs, and follow up on balances.
• Create and manage work orders for service customers and stock trailers.
• Maintain trailer lot organization and update inventory daily.

Skills

Service operations

Communication

Equipment maintenance

Computer skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Mechanical technician experience

Job description

Company Overview

For over 25 years, Pinnacle Trailer Sales, Inc. has been a trusted leader in the semi-trailer industry, specializing in sales, parts, and service solutions. Guided by our Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Listening, Duty, Teamwork, and Responsibility. We foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellence.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

For over 25 years, Pinnacle Trailer Sales, Inc. has been a trusted leader in the semi-trailer industry, specializing in sales, parts, and service solutions. Guided by our Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Listening, Duty, Teamwork, and Responsibility. We foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellence.

We prioritize both customer satisfaction and employee well-being, offering a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as company-paid life insurance and disability plans. At Pinnacle, we are committed to delivering quality, reliability, and innovation in everything we do.

Job Summary

The Assistant Service Manager supports daily service operations by coordinating trailer check-ins, assisting with repairs, and ensuring seamless communication between departments and customers. This role assumes responsibility for the service operations in the absence of the Service Manager, maintaining workflow continuity and customer satisfaction.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Check in incoming trailers, including taking photos and logging stock details via email
• Inspect trailers for repairs needed and communicate findings
• Generate invoices, close POs, and follow up on outstanding balances
• Assist parts department in creating accurate quotes and follow up on status of service-related part orders
• Create and manage work orders for customers and stock trailers
• Take service customer information.
• Create work orders for service customers, PT’s and PL’s using CDK and S.O.D.
• Quote trailer repairs.
• Invoice trailer work.
• Communicate to service customers the status on their trailers in a clear and courteous manner as well as follow up with customers after service work has been completed and trailer has been picked up.
• Keep all trailers on lot organized and in designated spots. Update trailer inventory board on locations of trailers daily.
• Tag trailers with the appropriate color tags.
• Lock all gates.
• Assist on a as needed basis
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong understanding of service operations and procedures
• Strong communication skills
• Equipment maintenance
• Sufficient computer skills and ability to learn various software functions
• Troubleshooting/Problem-Solving

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 75-100 pounds unassisted
• Work outdoors in various weather condition

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous mechanical technician experience