The Bruce Company is proud to be a local, family-run landscaping and Construction company that’s been in business for 70 years. We are passionate about achieving incredible results for our customers and offer an exciting and collaborative company culture where our employees grow along with our company.

We are currently seeking an Automotive Service Shop Manager with experience managing a mechanic shop or having experience as an Automotive Service Manager. Working In the Landscape or Construction industry is a plus. If you are a dedicated leader and want to have a large impact in a company we want to connect with you.

Why Choose The Bruce Company?

• Enjoy work/life balance, weekly pay, and year-round work!
• Team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career.
• Establish and develop your career with Southern Wisconsin’s leader in landscaping!
• Get to work on all different types of vehicles and machinery.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Automotive Service Shop Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the operations of the Mechanic Shop. This includes supervision and mentoring of all shop personnel; ensuring exceptional customer service and support for internal customers; ensuring timely preventative maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment; and managing all Mechanic Shop processes.

• Directs all activities of Shop workflow and processes.
• Coordinates repairs and maintenance with Mechanics; generating purchase orders as needed.
• Assigns work to mechanics based on the type of repairs needed; managing the workflow for all Mechanics.
• Continuously monitors the volume of work, planning staffing needed to ensure efficiency, quality, and timeliness of work completed.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems and assists Mechanics with diagnosis and repairs.
• Effectively manages parts and supply inventory for Mechanic Shop.
• Oversees lifecycle of fleet and equipment; evaluates the cost of repair or replacement of equipment and vehicles to make cost-effective decisions for repair or replacement.
• Researches vendors and maintains vendor relationships to source the best prices and quality for parts.
• Completes checklists and required paperwork to maintain compliance with DOT specifications.
• Ensures timely completion and record-keeping of DOT inspections on all vehicles.
• Supervises the completion of work orders in the work order system to ensure accurate vehicle records.
• Works with Production Managers on equipment rotations, equipment assignments, and Crew Leaders on maintenance requests.
• Ensures service calls are taken care of, and gives direction regarding repairs made in the field or those which need to be completed in the shop.
• Implements proactive measures to maintain equipment fleet to prevent breakdowns.
• Utilizes computerized shopmate systems to manage the annual maintenance program; ensuring the maintenance program is on schedule.
• Communicate effectively with the COO, CEO, or other executives.
• Follows company safety policies and procedures at all times.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily performed in a mechanic shop setting.
• May have exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including inclement weather (rain, snow, heat, or cold).
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is required for duties such as equipment operation that expose the individual to elevated noise levels.
• Full extension of arms above the head and in front of the body.
• Frequently lifts weight of up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally carries and pushes/pulls weights of up to 50 pounds.

Schedule

• This is a Full-Time Year Round position.
• Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm (50-55 hours per week). Saturday hours as needed.
• Occasional overtime as workload dictates

Skills You Need

• A minimum of three years of managerial/supervisor experience in a shop or similar environment.
• At least 5 years of previous shop or mechanic experience, including knowledge of automotive and small engine repair, is required.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple priorities and varying workloads.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including problem-solving and employee relations management.
• Ability to perform basic and complex repairs and required maintenance.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to update computerized work orders and systems.
• Understands budget and the job cost system; ability to manage labor and supply costs to ensure profitability
• A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is preferred.

Benefits
The Bruce Company offers a competitive salary, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits, paid vacation, holidays, and more coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career.

Join our team of outdoor living experts and experience for yourself why many of our employees have chosen to make their life-long careers at The Bruce Company. Visit us at www.brucecompany.com to learn more.

The Bruce Company is proud to be an Affirmative-Action Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities of the job. Further, the duties assigned may be added, deleted, or modified at any time at the discretion of management.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person