Diesel Shop Maintenance Leader

Swift Transportation Company; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (2 weeks)

Quarterly bonus

401(k) Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Holiday pay

Employee stock purchase plan

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Swift Transportation Company is hiring for a Diesel Shop Service Leader at our Sumner, WA location. The role focuses on maximizing maintenance efficiency, staffing, safety compliance, and cost-effective operations in a busy shop environment.

The position requires prior shop leadership, vendor negotiation experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive pay includes benefits like PTO, 401(k), and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Comprehensive Background Check.
• Pre-employment Hair drug screening.
• Previous shop leadership experience required.
• Vendor negotiation experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite.

Responsibilities

• Maximize efficiency of maintenance workforce within budget and safety requirements.
• Oversee assigned maintenance shop(s) and ensure proper staffing and equipment.
• Ensure training and certifications for safety programs are completed.
• Ensure shop and yard meet government regulations (EPA/OSHA).
• Lead maintenance shop supervision and daily operations.
• Monitor purchases and ensure KNX policy compliance.
• Determine best repair decisions for equipment in assigned shops.
• Lead bids for outsourced equipment and negotiate with local vendors.
• Maintain written tire inflation and safety check schedules at customer sites.
• Coordinate customer site trailer maintenance and provide program feedback.
• Collaborate with departments to measure performance and suggest improvements.
• Participate in cost-reduction programs and support organizational objectives.
• Review SOPs to ensure adequate support for shops.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Excellent communication

Vendor negotiation

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Swift Transportation Company is hiring for a Diesel Shop Service Leader at our Sumner, WA location. The role focuses on maximizing maintenance efficiency, staffing, safety compliance, and cost-effective operations in a busy shop environment.

The position requires prior shop leadership, vendor negotiation experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive pay includes benefits like PTO, 401(k), and comprehensive insurance coverage.