Shop Supervisor

Dallas Trailer Repair Co; Minnesota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Trailer Repair Co is seeking a full-time Shop Operations Manager to lead service operations at our Minnesota location. This role involves overseeing shop activities, managing personnel, and ensuring top-notch service quality while fostering a safe and efficient work environment. Candidates should be experienced mechanics with strong leadership abilities and a commitment to operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Benefits Available

Qualifications

• Must possess ASE certifications (highly desired).
• Class A Mechanic requires 5+ years experience; Class B requires 3-5 years; Class C requires 1-3 years.
• Able to analyze and diagnose mechanical issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Supervise mechanics and coordinate training initiatives.
• Cultivate customer relationships and ensure high satisfaction levels.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Mechanical Acuity

Attention to Detail

Customer-Centric Approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Full-Time | On-Site | Competitive Pay | Benefits Available

Position Summary

Oversee and manage service operations at specified shop location, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the service centers. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of leadership, operational, and customer-focused duties, as outlined below.

Areas of Responsibilities and Duties:

• Leadership and Management
  • Provide direction and leadership to shop operations
  • Supervise and support mechanics
  • Monitor and access shop performance.
• Operational Oversight
  • Collaborate with Dedicated Service Managers to establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to service quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the shop, ensuring smooth workflow, optimal resource allocation, and timely completion of repairs and maintenance.
  • Implement and enforce standardized processes, procedures, and safety protocols to enhance operational excellence.
• Customer Relationship Management
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key customer, to understand their needs and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with Dedicated Service Managers to address customer inquiries, concerns, and service requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Employee Management and Development
  • Supervise all employees assigned to service shop
  • Enforce all employee policies and procedures, including and up to discipline actions and termination
  • Approve and process employee time records and PTO requests
  • Conduct employee performance evaluations
  • Coordinate training initiatives to ensure technicians stay up to date with industry trends, technology advancements, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, innovation, and automation to streamline operations and enhance service quality.
• Compliance and Safety
  • Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, industry standards, and compliance requirements within the service shop.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address and resolve any safety or compliance issues promptly.
  • Ensure a safe, organized and tidy working environment
• Reporting and Communication
  • Prepare and audit regular reports as required by customer and Dedicated Service Manager to manage key performance indicators.
  • Foster clear and open communication channels across the service centers, promoting a

· Crisis Management

o Act swiftly and decisively in response to unexpected events or emergencies, effectively managing crises and minimizing disruptions to operations.

o Inspect and monitor condition of equipment, tooling and facility.

o Communicate maintenance and repair needs to appropriate corporate department

o Keep shop clean and organized, according to company standards

Skills and Requirements:

· Must be able to read and write in English in order to document diagnosis and document solutions

· Analyze and diagnose mechanical issues relating to trucks and trailers

· Detailed knowledge of all trailer mechanical systems and parts (and trucks is supervising diesel techs) and deep and broad experience in performing repairs to these systems

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent

· ASE certifications highly desired

· Class A Mechanic requires 5+ years of experience

· Class B Mechanic requires 3-5 years of experience

· Class C Mechanic requires 1-3 years of experience

· Able to pass pre-employment knowledge or skill testing designed to determine probability of success on the job and mechanic classification

· Able to pass background check

· Attention to detail

· Efficient worker

· Proven mechanical acuity and basic math skills

Tool Requirements: (If hired as Working Supervisor)

· Toolbox: 3 Drawer or Larger Top Chest with Bottom Box

· Pliers, Screwdrivers, Hammers, Punches, Flashlight

· Pneumatic Tools: Drill, Air Hammer, Air Riveter 1/4"

Physical Requirements:

· Able to pass drug test

· Able to pass medical physical exam

· Able to work in uncomfortable conditions (heat, cold, small spaces)

· Able to work in physically demanding positions

· Able to stand on one’s feet for prolonged periods

· Able to lift, push or pull 50 pounds at a time

· Able to scale ladders or other means of access to trailer roof or interior

Skills and Requirements:

· Exceptional leadership skills

· Exceptional Organizational

· Able to drive operational excellence

· Able to cultivate a customer-centric approach

· Able to foster a culture of continuous improvement

· Vast knowledge of semi-trailer repair methods, job costing and mechanical knowledge

This job description is intended to outline the primary duties, responsibilities, and qualifications associated with this position. However, it is not an exhaustive list of all tasks and duties that may be required of an employee in this role. Dallas Trailer Repair Co reserves the right to assign additional tasks and responsibilities as needed. Employees will be expected to provide flexibility and the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the company.