DeSHAZO is seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead and develop our field service team in the Mobile, AL market.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in overhead crane service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and installations, along with the leadership skills needed to develop a team and deliver quality customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate daily field service, maintenance, inspection, and installation activities throughout the region.
- Work with customers, sales personnel, estimators, and engineers to plan projects, coordinate resources, and ensure work is completed efficiently.
- Schedule and dispatch service technicians while maintaining visibility of upcoming projects and service activities.
- Build strong customer relationships and communicate project updates, technical issues, and recommended solutions.
- Provide technical support and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with technicians in the field.
- Coordinate materials and equipment with suppliers to support upcoming service projects.
- Lead, coach, and develop service technicians through hands‑on training and performance management.
- Participate in technician recruiting, interviewing, annual performance reviews, and promotion recommendations.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and assist other Service Managers with resources and project guidance as needed.
Requirements
- Ideally, 6+ years of experience in the overhead crane industry, preferably in service management, field service, or engineering.
- Strong understanding of overhead crane systems, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, inspections, and installations.
- Previous experience leading or developing field service technicians is highly preferred.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and take ownership of responsibilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning company‑specific software.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand/walk 95% of the workday.
- Lift /Carry up to 45-50 pounds.
- Squat, twist, reach, climb, and bend frequently.
- Ability to push/pull material with equipment assistance.
- Possess hand/eye coordination and bilateral dexterity (gross and fine).
- Possess depth perception and peripheral vision.
- Possess the ability to hear.
Working Conditions
- Subject to working frequently at considerable heights
- Exposure to hot and cold Conditions.
Compensation
- Annual salary plus bonus/incentive potential.
- Personal vehicle & mileage reimbursement program.
Incentive Compensation Considerations
This position is eligible for a subjective bonus payment on an annual basis in recognition for performance and contributions. The criteria that will be considered will include, but not be limited to:
- The financial performance of the office.
- The professional development of the service technicians: including technical skill set, appearance, documentation, safety of technicians and customer communications.
- The improvements in customer service obtained through job/project planning, communication and execution.
- The success in fostering and maintaining a cooperative attitude of teamwork and customer service.
Benefits Available
- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
- 401k plan with match
- Company‑paid short term disability insurance
- Long term disability insurance available
- Company‑paid basic life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Additional life insurance available
- 9 paid holidays
- PTO Program
- Tool purchase program
- Weekly pay periods with direct deposit
- Competitive pay
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category
DeSHAZO’s Mission:
DeSHAZO is committed to elevating our clients’ business needs through custom-built cranes and tailor‑made automation systems. We enhance our products by providing expert inspections, repairs, modernizations or rebuilds.