Maintenance Shop Manager: Lead Multi-Shift Team

Estes-Express-Lines; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Estes-Express-Lines Savannah shop seeks a Shop Manager to supervise a maintenance facility, oversee PM schedules, safety, and a team of 6+ across shifts in a fast-paced environment. This role ensures reliable equipment and cost-efficient operations while aligning with corporate HR and safety standards.

The successful candidate will lead, train, and coach staff, drive performance, and maintain strong cross-department relationships to support operational excellence in trucking.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License and an acceptable MVR.
• Knowledge of FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Familiar with ATA parts system codes.
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Experience with Navistar, Freightliner, Kenworth, Volvo trucks and engines.
• Strong Microsoft Office and AS400 knowledge is a plus.
• Mechanical ability and interest in machinery and diagnostics.
• Good math and typing skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills.
• Organized with strong time management and leadership abilities.
• Capable of working independently or in a team; flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Total responsibility for the maintenance facility including hiring, counseling, training, and terminations per guidelines.
• Ensure payroll is accurate and on time.
• Schedule and manage Preventive Maintenance on all equipment.
• Oversee all shop operations and life cycle of staff.
• Maintain safe and reliable company equipment with cost controls.
• Implement and monitor employee training programs.
• Maintain relationships with safety, sales, claims, and operations.
• Direct investigations into complaints in collaboration with HR.
• Represent the company before government agencies as directed.
• Enforce compliance with policies, safety rules, and regulations.
• Conduct meetings to update staff on changes in Estes and industry.
• Promote good relations with terminals and shops; ensure attendance.

Skills

Leadership

Travel

FMCSA knowledge

ATA codes

Mechanical ability

Truck engines

Navistar engines

Microsoft Office

AS400 knowledge

Problem solving

Time management

Team building

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school preferred

Job description

Estes-Express-Lines Savannah shop seeks a Shop Manager to supervise a maintenance facility, oversee PM schedules, safety, and a team of 6+ across shifts in a fast-paced environment. This role ensures reliable equipment and cost-efficient operations while aligning with corporate HR and safety standards.

The successful candidate will lead, train, and coach staff, drive performance, and maintain strong cross-department relationships to support operational excellence in trucking.