Service Manager

Cornerstone Detention Products; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Detention Products in Chandler, AZ, seeks a Service Manager to oversee the service department, drive efficiency, and ensure exceptional customer service across projects. You will manage field teams, procure services, and ensure profitable operations.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and data-driven decision-making to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction. On-site responsibilities and collaboration with engineering are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with service management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service department operations and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and support to field teams.
• Develop cost controls, manage procurement and change orders.
• Ensure accurate job costing and billing.
• Recruit and supervise service staff and vendors.
• Visit facilities to assess needs and propose solutions.
• Maintain records, reports, and documentation for projects.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Customer service

Data analysis

Communication

Team management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Service Management Software

CRM software

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and customer-oriented Service Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing our service department, ensuring efficient operations, exceptional customer service, and driving continuous improvement within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the team both operationally and technically, with expertise in troubleshooting, system functionality, electrical systems, and construction methods.
• Work in environments with complex security systems (e.g., corrections).
• Ensure effective turnover of services, attend service start-up meetings, coordinate engineering requirements, and manage procurement of products and services.
• Follow service schedules, facilitate timely submittal processes, coordinate field activities, manage costs and profit targets, oversee change orders, and control spare parts and keying for closeout, ensuring timely execution of schedules and services.
• Visit customer facilities to propose tailored options and pricing to meet equipment and budget needs.
• Provide technical phone support to customers and field personnel.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all team members, ensure proper documentation, and contribute to overall service success and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain job records/files, including job costing, billing information, schedule of values, and change orders.
• Supervise service technicians and customer service personnel, including interviewing, hiring, scheduling, performance reviews, and salary evaluations.
• Schedule manpower and assist in coordinating material and equipment deliveries.
• Report on service progress and status.
• Conduct site visits to ensure site readiness and resolve coordination issues with the owner prior to service start.
• Coordinate with service technicians to meet profitability targets, including the use of field overtime as needed.
• Review timesheets and expense reports weekly for accuracy and timely submission to accounting.
• Assist the accounting department with billing issues and propose billable services and/or service contracts to new and existing customers.
• Review all service costs monthly to ensure accurate and timely accounting of service costs.
• Develop marketing strategies to generate revenue and increase market share.
• Conduct department meetings and review labor requirements.
• Supervise and perform reviews of all service personnel.
• Maintain a solid understanding of mechanical and electrical aspects of electronic devices and controls.
• Recruit partners and develop business plans with contractors to enable customer service operations in a profitable manner.
• Coordinate training requirements for service department personnel and sub-contractors.
• Provide pricing to customers on new products, materials, and upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business management, engineering, or a related field preferred
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with service management software
• Knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven track record of achieving service department goals and driving continuous improvement