Shop Manager

Hill Bros; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

H.P., Inc. is seeking an experienced Shop Manager to lead our maintenance team. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily shop operations for tractor and trailer technicians, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while developing staff.

You’ll coach, mentor, and train technicians, manage parts and inventory, and coordinate contractor work bids. Exceptional communication and a strong mechanical background are essential to keep the fleet running smoothly.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years in a truck/trailer maintenance shop with supervisory or lead experience.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude; able to teach it.
• Experience coaching, mentoring and training technicians.
• Brake Systems certification required.
• AC Systems certification required.
• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence.
• Familiar with Outlook and basic computer skills.
• Strong communicator who keeps the team informed.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train technicians to build skills and safety.
• Oversee daily shop operations including scheduling and assignments.
• Inspect work for quality and FMCSA compliance.
• Manage parts, tools, inventory, and bids for contractors.
• Close repair orders upon completion.
• Communicate equipment status to business units.
• Develop shop policies and procedures.
• Perform skilled repair work alongside the team.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Mechanical aptitude

Coaching/mentoring

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm (45 hours/week)

About the Role

H.P., Inc. is looking for an experienced Shop Manager to lead our maintenance team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows trucks inside and out and is passionate about developing the technicians around them. You’ll oversee day-to-day shop operations, ensure fleet safety and compliance, and serve as the go-to technical resource for a team of tractor and trailer technicians. If you take pride in a well-run shop and know how to bring out the best in your crew, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Coach, mentor, and train tractor and trailer technicians to build technical skills, reinforce safety standards, and support their professional growth
• Oversee daily shop operations including scheduling, work assignments, and personnel management
• Inspect and evaluate completed work to ensure quality and compliance with FMCSA regulations
• Manage parts and tool inventory, requisition supplies, and coordinate contractor work bids
• Close all tractor and trailer repair orders accurately upon job completion
• Monitor and respond to phone calls, texts, and emails in a timely and professional manner
• Compile maintenance records, develop shop policies and procedures, and communicate equipment status to business units
• Perform skilled repair and maintenance operations as needed alongside your team

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in a truck/trailer maintenance shop, including supervisory or lead technician experience
• Advanced mechanical aptitude - you need to know it well enough to teach it
• Demonstrated experience coaching, mentoring, and training technicians
• Certified in Brake Systems and AC Systems required
• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence required
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and basic computer skills
• Strong communicator who follows through and keeps the team informed

Why Hill Bros?

H.P., Inc. is part of the Hill Brothers family of transportation companies, a family-owned operation built on seven core values: Tradition, Give a Sh*t, We Not Me, Adaptable, Relentless, Spirit of Service, and Forward-Thinking. We invest in our people, take care of our equipment, and run a shop we’re proud of.

H.P., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.