Service Center Manager, Mobile Hydraulic & Crawler Cranes

Torrey Holistics; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MGX Equipment Services is seeking a Service Manager to own and guide the crane service organization in Kansas City, MO. You will coach technicians, align parts and warranty support, and set the pace for safe, precise execution.

The role reports to the Branch Manager and serves as the hub between customers, suppliers, and the sales/marketing team. Responsibilities include directing warranty negotiations, coordinating service bulletins and Product Improvement Programs, and prioritizing upcoming

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Technical degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in heavy construction equipment management or product support.
• Experience with mobile hydraulic and crawler cranes.
• Familiarity with Manitowoc, National, and Grove cranes.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Own the service mission for MGX Equipment Services' crane service group and coach technicians.
• Coordinate warranty, parts, and service bulletins to prevent recurring issues.
• Grow product support revenue and coordinate warranty programs and PMI plans.
• Lead safety culture and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and sales/marketing to align on service delivery.
• Develop long-range service plans and manage department P&L.

Skills

Heavy equipment management

Crane experience

Mobile hydraulic cranes

Crawler cranes

Manitowoc familiarity

National crane familiarity

Grove familiarity

Scheduling & expediting

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Limited travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Own the service mission that keeps cranes liftingAt MGX Equipment Services in Kansas City, MO, you’ll guide a service organization that customers count on—coaching technicians, steering departmental P&L, and setting the pace for safe, precise execution. You’ll report to the Branch Manager and serve as the heartbeat between customers, suppliers, and our sales & marketing team.Your impactImagine a customer calling in with an urgent crawler crane issue. You quickly assign a seasoned technician, align parts and warranty support, and reference the latest Service Bulletin to prevent a repeat failure. By day’s end, you’ve also finalized a warranty settlement, updated a Product Improvement Program plan, and prioritized tomorrow’s work orders for the shop.Deliver outstanding aftermarket coverage across parts, technical service, and related needs.Provide skilled field support for installation, operation, repair, and machine modifications—plus parts and warranty guidance.Lead warranty negotiations and run the department’s warranty program.Coordinate Service Bulletins and Product Improvement Programs with precision.Interpret and investigate inquiries spanning parts, service, and warranty.Nurture supplier relationships and sync efforts with sales & marketing.Grow product support revenue, including reimbursable service work.Shape long-range business plans and take on additional duties as assigned.What sets you up for successHigh School Diploma or GED required; Technical Degree preferred.Minimum 5 years in heavy construction equipment management or product support.Required: experience with mobile hydraulic and crawler cranes; plus for Manitowoc, National, and Grove familiarity.Preferred: scheduling and expediting rental fleet turnaround.Exceptional customer service and organization; Microsoft Office proficiency.Minimal travel.Safety cultureCommit to safe work practices in every task.Use all required P.P.E. as defined by company policy.Follow job-specific and facility-wide safety/health rules and procedures.Participate in safety training and apply learned competencies.Raise safety issues and suggestions—or correct issues within your control.WORKING CONDITIONS:This is a full-time position with typical 1st shift working hours. Overtime and weekend work may be possible based on business conditions.The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position will be located in an office environment, with considerable exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. While performing the duties of this job, the employees is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. There is frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Rewards & growthCompetitive total rewards, with benefits and 401(k) beginning day oneContinuing education, training, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employeesVacation and Holiday payPaid Parental LeaveAnd much more!