Refurb Shop Manager

Vacuum Truck Rentals; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vacuum Truck Rentals in Richland, MS, seeks an experienced service manager to lead the vacuum truck refurbishment facility. You will oversee refurbishment, paint, and fabrication while ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on vacuum truck knowledge, 5+ years in a related shop, and proven leadership. CDL is a plus; strong communication and organizational skills are essential for coordinating multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in service/manufacturing/heavy equipment shop environment.
• Experience with heavy duty truck repair and fleet maintenance.
• Leadership or management experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Proficient with shop management software or work order systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the service, paint, and fabrication departments.
• Manage workflow, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet production timelines.
• Ensure refurbishment projects meet quality, safety, and customer standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop shop personnel, fostering accountability and teamwork.
• Coordinate with sales, leadership, and parts to prioritize jobs and meet deadlines.
• Maintain shop efficiency by identifying process improvements and reducing downtime.
• Enforce safety policies and OSHA compliance.
• Conduct regular inspections of completed work.

Skills

Vacuum truck knowledge

Leadership

Blueprints/Schematics

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Shop software

CDL (nice to have)

Paint shop operations

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: MS Richland - Richland, MS 39218Travel Percentage: NegligiblePosition Overview

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on service manager to lead daily operations within our vacuum truck refurbishment facility. This role oversees multiple departments, including refurbishment/service, paint, and fabrication. This role is critical to ensure high-quality builds while maintaining efficient workflow, safety standards, and team performance. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on knowledge of vacuum trucks and extensive experience with major repairs on commercial vehicles, along with proven leadership and team building skills.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced shop environment requiring regular interaction with equipment, tools. and team members across multiple departments. The service manager should be comfortable working both in the office and on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the service, paint, and fabrication departments.
• Manage workflow, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet production timelines.
• Ensure all refurbishment projects meet quality, safety, and customer standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop shop personnel, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with sales, leadership, and parts department to prioritize jobs and meet deadlines.
• Maintain shop efficiency by identifying process improvements and reducing downtime.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of completed work

QualificationsQualifications

• Strong working knowledge of vacuum trucks, hydraulic systems, pumps, and commercial vehicle systems.
• 5+ years of experience in a service, manufacturing, or heavy equipment shop environment.
• Extensive experience with heavy duty truck repair, and fleet maintenance.
• Previous leadership or management experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and repair manuals.
• Valid driver’s license: CDL a plus but not required.
• Experience with paint shop operations and fabrication process is highly desirable.
• Excellent communications, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams at one time.
• Proficient with shop management software or work order systems.