Ford Commercial Vehicle Center Manager

McCandless Ford Meadville, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

McCandless Ford in Mercer, PA is seeking an experienced Commercial Vehicle Center Manager to lead our brand-new 16-bay facility, servicing Ford F-series and fleet trucks. You will drive overall department performance, develop technicians, and build a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement, working closely with Fleet Managers to maximize uptime.

This role offers a rare opportunity to build a premier commercial truck service operation with strong support from ownership and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive or commercial truck service management experience.
• Ford dealership and/or commercial vehicle experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to analyze KPIs, financial reports, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Commercial Service Advisors, Shop Foreman, and Technicians.
• Recruit, hire, and build a high-performing commercial technician team.
• Create a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Drive technician productivity, proficiency, efficiency, and labor sales.
• Monitor departmental financial performance and achieve goals.
• Forecast departmental objectives and execute plans to exceed them.
• Build and maintain relationships with commercial, fleet, municipal, and business customers.
• Work with Fleet Managers to maximize vehicle uptime and minimize downtime.
• Ensure repairs meet Ford quality standards and minimize comebacks.
• Partner with Parts to improve repair cycle times.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team development

Customer service

Communication

DMS

KPI analysis

OSHA knowledge

Ford warranty procedures

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

DMS

Job description

McCandless Ford Commercial Vehicle Center Manager - Mercer, PA

Build the Region's Premier Commercial Truck Service Operation

McCandless Ford is seeking an experienced, motivated Commercial Vehicle Center Manager to lead our growing Ford Commercial Vehicle Center.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a brand-new, 16-bay commercial truck facility designed to service everything from Ford F-250 pickups to medium-duty and over-the-road commercial trucks.

We've made a significant investment in our facilities, heavy-duty equipment, lifts, and tooling. Now we're looking for the right leader to build an elite team, create a culture of accountability and excellence, and continue expanding one of the region's premier commercial service operations.

Our Commercial Vehicle Center exists for one purpose: keeping our customers' businesses moving. Every hour a commercial vehicle is down impacts a customer's livelihood. The successful candidate understands the importance of minimizing downtime, communicating proactively, and delivering exceptional service that keeps fleet customers on the road.

If you're passionate about leadership, commercial truck service, developing technicians, and growing a business, we'd like to meet you.

About Our Facility

• Brand-new Ford Commercial Vehicle Center
• 16 fully equipped service bays
• Heavy-duty lifts and specialized commercial tooling
• Services Ford Super Duty trucks, chassis cabs, fleet vehicles, medium-duty trucks, and over-the-road commercial vehicles
• Opportunity to build and lead a team of 8–10 commercial technicians
• Strong support from ownership and the Fixed Operations Director
• Continued investment in equipment, technology, and employee development

What You'll Do

As the Commercial Vehicle Center Manager, you'll be responsible for the overall performance of the department while delivering exceptional customer service, maximizing technician productivity, developing employees, and achieving financial success.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Commercial Service Advisors, Shop Foreman, and Technicians.
• Recruit, hire, and build a high-performing commercial technician team.
• Create a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Drive technician productivity, proficiency, efficiency, and labor sales.
• Monitor departmental financial performance and achieve established goals.
• Forecast departmental objectives and execute plans to exceed them.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial, fleet, municipal, and business customers.
• Work directly with Fleet Managers to develop service strategies that maximize vehicle uptime, minimize downtime, and keep their fleets operating safely and efficiently.
• Communicate proactively with Fleet Managers regarding repair status, maintenance planning, repair recommendations, and scheduling to ensure their vehicles stay on the road.
• Ensure repairs are completed accurately, efficiently, and according to Ford quality standards.
• Minimize comebacks through quality control, technician coaching, and process improvement.
• Oversee warranty administration and ensure compliance with Ford warranty and policy procedures.
• Monitor technician productivity, payroll, efficiency, and departmental performance metrics.
• Partner closely with the Parts Department to improve repair cycle times and maximize parts availability.
• Maintain accurate reporting systems required by dealership leadership and Ford Motor Company.
• Ensure proper care, storage, and inventory of heavy-duty equipment and specialty tools.
• Recommend new equipment and process improvements that increase efficiency and profitability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work environment.
• Develop relationships with local technical schools and diesel training programs to recruit future technicians.
• Handle escalated customer concerns professionally while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Follow up on all customer concerns and negative reviews promptly to preserve customer loyalty.
• Partner with the Fixed Operations Director to execute long-term growth strategies for the Commercial Vehicle Center.
• Foster teamwork throughout the dealership and maintain strong working relationships with all departments.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Leads by example.
• Holds themselves and others accountable.
• Enjoys coaching and developing employees.
• Understands the urgency of commercial fleet operations.
• Thrives in a fast-paced commercial service environment.
• Builds trust with customers, Fleet Managers, technicians, and coworkers.
• Is highly organized and process-driven.
• Can balance customer satisfaction with operational profitability.
• Brings professionalism, integrity, and positive leadership every day.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of automotive or commercial truck service management experience preferred.
• Ford dealership and/or commercial vehicle experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Experience with dealership management systems (DMS).
• Ability to analyze department KPIs, financial reports, technician productivity, and profitability.
• Knowledge of Ford warranty procedures and commercial repair operations preferred.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Bachelor's degree is a plus but not required.

Why McCandless Ford?

This isn't simply another service management position.

It's an opportunity to build one of the region's premier Ford Commercial Vehicle Centers from the ground up.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead a state-of-the-art 16-bay commercial truck facility.
• Build and develop your own team of 8–10 commercial technicians.
• Manage a shop equipped with heavy-duty lifts, commercial-grade tooling, and modern equipment.
• Work directly with commercial businesses, municipalities, contractors, and fleet customers whose success depends on keeping their vehicles working.
• Partner with Fleet Managers to create maintenance strategies that maximize uptime and reduce operating costs.
• Work alongside dealership leadership that continues to invest in facilities, equipment, technology, and people.
• Play a major role in expanding one of the fastest-growing areas of our dealership.

If you're ready to build something exceptional, develop an outstanding team, and make a lasting impact on our commercial customers and our dealership, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help lead the future of commercial truck service at McCandless Ford.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.