Service Manager

Goodman Truck & Tractor; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Competitive Wages

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Job summary

Goodman Truck & Tractor seeks an experienced Service Manager to lead the service department, optimize operations, and drive profitability at our Minnesota/Virginia locations. You will oversee daily activities, coach staff, and ensure repair quality while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Candidate should have dealership experience, strong business acumen, and the ability to manage budgets and KPIs.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, technical, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• Knowledge of CDK Dealer Management System is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily service department operations and staff.
• Build and manage strong customer relationships and resolve issues.
• Drive service solution sales and promote the service portfolio.
• Manage department budgets, KPIs, and performance targets.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Staff leadership

Customer relations

KPI tracking

Budgeting

Communication

Process improvement

Safety focus

Team development

Problem solving

Education

High school or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in business/management or related field

CDL preferred

CDK knowledge a plus

Tools

CDK

Job description

Service Manager

Department: Service
Reports To: Service Director / Branch or General Manager

Overview

Since 1951 our family-owned International truck dealership has been working to keep businesses moving. Every truck we repair helps a customer stay on the road, deliver for their clients, and provide for their families. Here, you’re not just another manager—you’re part of a team where your skill is respected, your time is valued, and your name is known.

The Service Manager’s main responsibility is to proactively develop and manage the service department business and operations in a way that maximizes customer and employee satisfactions, as well as positively contributes to the business performance and overall company profitability.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive Wages
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily service department operations by leading staff, managing schedules, ensuring workflow efficiency, maintaining shop standards, monitoring tool and equipment condition, enforcing parts and warranty procedures, and addressing deviations through proper action and escalation.
• Build and manage strong customer relationships by addressing current and future service needs, resolving complex complaints, supporting technical issue resolution, and representing the department in customer interactions and meetings.
• Drive service solution sales by developing and promoting the service portfolio, aligning offerings with customer needs, coordinating sales activities, ensuring effective team communication, monitoring pricing strategies, and collaborating across departments to support business objectives.
• Manage service department performance by monitoring budgets, KPIs, and operational targets; analyzing financials and warranty data; ensuring regulatory compliance; and driving continuous improvement initiatives to achieve business goals.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable team culture by promoting professional development, maintaining confidentiality, encouraging continuous learning, and leading by example to support departmental and organizational goals.

General Knowledge and Skills You Will Need

• Apply business acumen to understand operations and drive improved service performance and profitability.
• Lead and develop individuals and teams by aligning performance with goals, resolving conflicts, and ensuring policy adherence.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of International Motors and IC Bus products to effectively support customer needs and business processes.
• Plan, allocate, and manage resources—human, physical, informational, and financial—to achieve organizational objectives.
• Uphold safety and health standards by following policies to ensure a safe, compliant, and sustainable work environment.
• Communicate openly and respectfully with stakeholders, fostering dialogue, building consensus, and promoting clear interactions.
• Deliver service excellence through ongoing engagement, expert guidance, and promoting a culture of accountability.
• Inspire and energize teams by fostering purpose, resilience, and a drive for excellence.
• Resolve complex issues by guiding root cause analysis and coaching for lasting solutions.

Desired Education & Experience

• High school education or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, technical, or related field or equivalent experience • Relevant work experiences in a dealership position required
• Further education in a relevant field
• Currently maintains or can obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Knowledge of CDK, our Dealer Management System, a plus

This is not necessarily a list of all the duties, responsibilities and requirements associated with this position. While the accountabilities noted herein are intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the dealership reserves the right to revise the functions and duties as circumstances dictate. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.