What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Manager position at ABCO?
ABCO Transportation has an immediate opportunity for a Diesel Shop Manager at our Ocala FL Shop. Come and experience the difference with ABCO!
The Shop Manager will be responsible to manage shop staff, processes and procedures to ensure that all equipment meets or exceeds Company Standards and DOT/FMCSA Requirements.
Shop Manager Summary of Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Responsible for staff Hiring, Training and disciplinary processes.
- Responsible for managing daily schedules and work assignments of shop staff.
- Supervise staff productivity/ efficiency.
- Ensure available equipment readiness.
- Manage productivity reports to improve staff productivity and reduce equipment downtime.
- Provide consultation assistance to mechanics on complex issues with diesel equipment repairs, components, reefers, trailers, APU’s and all other applicable mechanical needs including electrical issues and diagnostics.
- Supervise parts inventory and shop equipment.
- Ensure maintenance shop and its associated facilities are in a state of operational readiness during its scheduled working hours.
- Assist maintenance staff when workload demands.
- Spot Inspect and, if necessary, road test vehicles upon completion of work to insure quality of repairs performed.
- Maintain clean, orderly and safe working environment.
- Oversee the training and development of maintenance staff.
- Oversee compliance of all OSHA, EPA & local, state and federal regulations and safety standard operating procedures.
Shop Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Class B UST training certification.
- Above average leadership and support skills and experience.
- Expert knowledge of garage tools, diagnostic equipment, lifts, hoists and mechanical equipment.
- Advance knowledge of reefer electrical and mechanical systems.
- Expertise in diagnostics, repair and preventative maintenance of diesel trucks, APU’s and reefer trailers.
- Ability to track and control parts inventories, vendors and suppliers.
- Proven service background with knowledge of warranties.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external staff and business partners.
- Above average computer skills required including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently; Spanish a plus.
Shop Manager Qualifications
Summary of Experience and Education
- Must have proven diesel shop leadership experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of diesel shop supervisor experience
- Minimum of five years diesel repair experience – Thermo King units a plus.
- ASE T2 Certification as a Master Truck Technician and/or Master Automotive Technician preferred.
- Experience with Cummins and Peterbilt systems and diagnostic platforms.
Company Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, 401k and Free Stays at our Exclusive Company Resorts.
ABCO Transportation is a trucking company based in Ocala Florida that specializes in nationwide truckload, drayage and refrigerated shipping. ABCO has become a leader in the transportation industry by offering our customers the latest in technology while staying ahead of the constantly changing demands of the marketplace. With our responsible team of caring professionals, GPS mobile communication, cutting edge technology to state of the art equipment we are always ready to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers.
