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Service Manager

at Patten CAT in Oglesby, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Working Hours/Days

7am-4pm

Overview

POSTION SUMMARY:The Service Manager is accountable for all aspects of the Service Department and plays a vital role in the overall success of Altorfer in the territory. The Service Manager must possess a deep knowledge of construction equipment maintenance and repair, the skills necessary to ensure efficient shop operations and a continuous improvement mindset.

Basic Duties

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

+ The Service Manager is responsible for all Shop Service and support activities associated with the shop at one Altorfer Branch location.

+ Exemplify our Corporate Values of Integrity, Customer Focus, Accountability and Teamwork

+ Provide leadership and direction as required to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction, employee engagement and profitability

+ Responsible for the Shop Service P&L

+ Conduct regular meetings to coordinate activities, provide guidance, gather information and communicate company strategy

+ Manage day-to-day activities of Service Department personnel

+ Manage work-flow and scheduling to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction and shop efficiency

+ Manage service, repair and reconditioning of machines and components

+ Manage new and used equipment inspection, service and preparation for the Sales Department

+ Manage shop customer communications

+ Manage the work order process from opening jobs through job invoicing

+ Develop quotes for complex jobs and quote approvals

+ Consistently enforce work rules and company policies

+ Effectively manage all Work In Progress (WIP)

+ Conduct semi-annual performance reviews for all direct reports

+ Ensure operations conform to industry and company performance metrics and benchmarks

+ Occasionally participate in sales calls with Sales Reps.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Reports: Service Supervisors, Service Writers, Service Clerks, Technicians, Helpers

Qualifications

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:

+ Bachelor degree with minimum of five years management experience in construction equipment service and repair, or a minimum of ten years of management experience in construction equipment service and repair.

+ Experience as an Equipment Manager or Service Manager/Supervisor a plus

+ Advanced user of all Microsoft Office products to include Excel

+ Working knowledge of Caterpillar programs DBSi, DSI, SMIS 2 and PSEL a plus

+ Working knowledge of CODA a plus

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

+ Working knowledge of a P&L and financial statements

+ Ability to understand, interpret and leverage performance metrics related to efficiency, productivity, profitability, safety, market share, resource deployment and general operations.

+ Exceptional communication, management, leadership and interpersonal skills

+ Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations as they relate to the industry

+ Ability to carry on effective communication with customers to maintain a high level of customer loyalty

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: “C” Constantly (6-8 hrs/day), “F” Frequently (3-6 hrs/day), “O” Occasionally (up to 3hrs/day), or “NA” if not applicable. F Climbing F Stooping F Kneeling F Crouching O Crawling F Reaching F Standing F Sitting F Walking F Grasping F Repetitive Motion F Keyboarding Pulling Lifting Pushing O Up to 25 lbs. O Up to 25 lbs. O Up to 25 lbs. O 26-50 lbs. O 26-50 lbs. O 26-50 lbs. O Over 50 lbs O Over 50 lbs. O Over 50 lbs. C Subject to both inside and outside conditions

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Req No.2023-4392

CategoryManagement

LocationUS-IL-Oglesby

TypeRegular Full-Time

Union or Non-UnionNon-Union

DivisionHeavy

CompanyAltorfer Industries Inc.

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Job Posting: JC233188046

Posted On: Jan 28, 2023

Updated On: Aug 20, 2024

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