Manager, Field Operations

Engineering Excellence Incorporated; Valley View (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Excellence in Ohio seeks a Manager, Field Operations to lead the Field Management team, set objectives, priorities and deadlines to meet short-term goals, and ensure the success of every team member. You will supervise supervisors and individual contributors and coordinate with customers to keep installs on schedule.

With a strong HVAC background and proven leadership, you will manage technician performance, training, safety, and quality control, handle permits and paperwork, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with HVAC training; NATE certification preferred.
• 6+ years experience servicing or installing residential HVAC.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated leadership, training and customer service skills.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot electrical, refrigerant, and duct systems.
• Strong physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and communicate install availability with managers.
• Manage production schedule and assign technicians to maximize productivity.
• Create job folders and prepare for upcoming installs.
• Process job folders after install completion; enter PO’s and serial numbers; verify paperwork and signatures.
• Collect, correct and submit timesheets; timestamp tickets in Stars.
• Ensure permits are pulled and filed; coordinate with customers for damages.
• Track technician performance and recognize high performers.
• Be available for phone coverage during evenings/weekends; schedule weekend sales as needed.
• Monitor shipping/receiving and perform monthly inventory of equipment and parts.
• Participate in new hire interviews to ensure staffing.
• Conduct regular meetings and training on lead generation, customer service, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Training ability

Communication

Time management

Mechanical aptitude

Tools operation

Reading diagrams/blueprints

Troubleshooting HVAC

Duct fitting installation

Physical ability

Education

HVAC training with NATE certification preferred

Tools

HVAC tools & equipment

Job description

Welcome!

The Manager, Field Operations leads the Field Management team by defining objectives, priorities and deadlines required to meet short term goals and objectives. Is responsible for the success of each team member. Typically manages the work efforts of supervisors/individual contributors.

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly with RSC’s and Managers to schedule and communicate install availability
• Manage the production schedule- monitor upcoming work to be performed in order to schedule and assign technicians and/or crews to maximize productivity and to meet the needs of the customer
• Create job folders to be sure warehouse supervisor and technicians are prepared for upcoming installs
• Process Job folders after install completion- Line item all PO’s, enter all equipment serial numbers into Stars, ensure accurate Job Pay Worksheets and Warehouse pull sheets, verify completion of all on-site paperwork and customer signatures
• Collect, correct and submit timesheets; Timestamp all tickets in Stars
• Verify all jobs have had permits pulled and file all permits accordingly
• Work with 3rd party vendors and coordinate with customers to ensure any damages incurred during install are handled to the customers satisfaction
• Track technician performance- Monitor for areas of improvement and reward technicians for going above and beyond
• Be available by phone during evening and weekends to ensure all install operations are running smoothly and weekend sales get scheduled as needed
• Monitor shipping/ receiving and perform monthly inventory of equipment and parts to ensure accuracy of department budgets
• Participate in new hire interviews to ensure proper staffing
• Conducts regular meetings with technicians and helpers on such matters as reviewing past performance and areas of concern; conducting training on lead generation; customer service, and company products and services; reinforcing safety rules and practices, and current and future goals and objectives
• Conducts quality-control review of assessments of completed work performed to ensure work is performed in accordance with company practices and processes, expected workmanship, and efficiency and effectiveness
• Trains employees on company processes and procedures, and safety rules and practices
• Responsible for delivery of excellent customer service and sustaining high levels of customer satisfaction
• Ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained and properly accounted for
• Represent the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities Ensures that the company vehicles are properly stocked, that defective warranty parts are returned to the Branch and that vehicle standard stock is ordered/replenished as needed. As needed, completes material requisition forms and other related administrative activities
• Demonstrates leadership to the field staff in the areas of customer focus and customer service; following company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Reviews and monitor upcoming work to be performed in order to schedule and assign technicians and/or crews to maximize productivity and to meet the needs of the customer.
• Conducts regular meetings with installers and helpers on such matters as reviewing past performance and areas of concern; conducting training on lead generation; customer service, and company products and services; reinforcing safety rules and practices, and current and future goals and objectives.
• Serves as a resource to the sales staff on technical issues regarding products and services.
• Assists the Branch Manager with administrative tasks and other duties as needed or assigned.
• As needed to meet customer needs, performs service, maintenance, and installation work.
• Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• High school diploma or GED with additional training in HVAC with NATE certification preferred.
• 6+ years experience servicing or installing residential heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment.
• Must possess all valid licensing or certification as required by federal, state, provincial, or local governmental laws or regulations for the geographical work area.
• Demonstrated basic leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to train others in technical skills and effective customer service.
• Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns.
• Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills.
• Advanced skills in servicing residential heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment as well as related accessories.
• Proficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment.
• Proficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various service projects.
• Proficient at reading wiring diagrams and blueprints as well as troubleshoot problems with electrical, refrigerant, and duct systems on residential HVAC equipment.
• Proficient and able to properly start up and balance airflow and to properly align belts and pulleys on all residential systems with no supervision.
• Proficient and able to install a basic duct fitting.
• Advance skills in troubleshooting and repairing electronic air cleaners, refrigeration systems, hot water systems, steam boiler systems, humidifiers, and related equipment with no supervision.
• Ability to calculate heat gain and loss on residential buildings using approved methods.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces to access HVAC units. Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

What Do We Offer You as a Service Experts Employee? Service Experts offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families in managing their health and wellness needs, including

• Competitive Pay with incentive opportunities
• Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance programs
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions
• Life Insurance and disability insurance options
• Supplemental benefit programs
• World Class Training opportunities through our Experts University
• Career Development opportunities

Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time with or without notice in accordance with the needs of Service Experts.

Service Experts is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation please email [e-mail]

• Minimum Experience: 6+ years
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Engineering Excellence.

Engineering Excellence is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail]