Service/ Office Manager

Jobot; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot's client, a well-established service company, seeks a Service Manager to lead day-to-day operations, coordinate technicians, support customers, and ensure the office runs efficiently.

You will oversee service workflows, warranty processing with vendors, parts coordination, invoicing, and pricing while driving process improvements to deliver high-quality service and outstanding customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing service operations
• Experience scheduling and dispatching technicians
• Knowledge of service ticket management and parts coordination
• Experience with warranty claims or manufacturer documentation
• Understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and service pricing
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, or similar service industry experience preferred
• Experience leading small teams and building positive workplace culture

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the service department, ensuring efficient scheduling and dispatch of technicians
• Coordinate technician routes to maximize productivity and customer response times
• Open, manage, and close service work orders while maintaining accurate documentation
• Process manufacturer warranty claims with major vendors, including Carrier, American Standard, and other equipment manufacturers
• Order, track, and coordinate parts while managing returns and warranty replacements
• Oversee pricing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable related to service operations
• Partner with technicians to ensure jobs are completed accurately, efficiently, and with outstanding customer service
• Supervise property maintenance personnel and assist with workforce coordination
• Monitor department performance, identify process improvements, and implement operational efficiencies
• Collaborate with ownership to improve service operations and support future business growth
• Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to office and service staff
• Opportunity to oversee installation operations for candidates with strong leadership experience

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Scheduling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Service management software

Job description

Job details:

Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Keeping service operations running smoothly from the first customer call to the final invoice.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Giulia Saier

A bit about us:

We're partnering with a well-established service company that has built its reputation on quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. As the Service Manager, you'll play a critical leadership role in the day-to-day success of the business by coordinating technicians, supporting customers, and ensuring the office operates efficiently. This is an opportunity to step into a position where your leadership will make an immediate impact while helping shape the future of a growing organization.

Why join us?

Our client is seeking an experienced Service Manager to oversee the daily operations of a busy service department. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for coordinating technicians, managing service workflows, overseeing office operations, and ensuring customers receive timely, high‑quality service.

Job Details

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys balancing people management with operational responsibilities, and has experience keeping service organizations running efficiently. Success in this role requires exceptional organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the service department, ensuring efficient scheduling and dispatch of technicians.


• Coordinate technician routes to maximize productivity and customer response times.


• Open, manage, and close service work orders while maintaining accurate documentation.


• Process manufacturer warranty claims with major vendors, including Carrier, American Standard, and other equipment manufacturers.


• Order, track, and coordinate parts while managing returns and warranty replacements.


• Oversee pricing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable related to service operations.


• Partner with technicians to ensure jobs are completed accurately, efficiently, and with outstanding customer service.


• Supervise property maintenance personnel and assist with workforce coordination.


• Monitor department performance, identify process improvements, and implement operational efficiencies.


• Collaborate with ownership to improve service operations and support future business growth.


• Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to office and service staff.


• Opportunity to oversee installation operations for candidates with strong leadership experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing service operations, office operations, or field service teams.


• Experience scheduling and dispatching technicians or coordinating field service personnel.


• Knowledge of service ticket management, work order systems, and parts coordination.


• Experience with warranty claims, service administration, or manufacturer documentation preferred.


• Understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and service pricing.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.


• Excellent customer service and communication skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and service management software.


• HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, or similar service industry experience is highly preferred.


• Experience leading small teams and building positive workplace culture.

Schedule

Monday through Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Typical workweek of 40–50 hours

Occasional Saturday work available with flexible time provided in return

Limited after-hours responsibilities, with occasional manager-level email communication

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