Diesel Shop Manager/Forman

Job Title: Diesel Shop Manager/Foreman

Company: Gateway

Location: New Haven, CT

Summary of Position:
Gateway is seeking an experienced Diesel Shop Manager to oversee our large diesel and auto shop operations. This hands-on role requires top-line management of the entire shop, including the hiring and developing staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in service management and diesel mechanics. This position demands oversight of shop operations, ensuring efficient workflow, and managing the hiring and development of staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and Diagnose: Perform diagnostics to determine issues with equipment and execute necessary repairs.
• Mechanical Repairs: Conduct mechanical repairs as needed to ensure equipment functionality.
• Sanitation and Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Maintenance Program Management: Oversee the equipment maintenance program for onsite equipment.
• Shop Operations: Manage internal shop operations and ensure smooth workflow.
• Welding: Perform welding tasks when necessary (not required).
• Inventory Management: Maintain parts inventory and handle ordering processes.
• Work Instructions: Delegate accurate work instructions for repairs.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Team Management: Manage a team of approximately 5 mechanics.
• Additional Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in service management.
• 5 years of senior-level diesel background.
• ASE certifications or equivalent are a plus.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of diesel-powered equipment, including work trucks, trailers, semi-trucks, and forklifts.
• Experience with diesel engine repair (5 years required).
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lift and move product items up to 60 pounds.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with inventory control and asset management software is a plus.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a TWIC Card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
• Ability to pass background checks and drug/physical screenings.

Competencies:

• Verbal Comprehension: Understand both general and technical oral and written communications.
• Communication Skills: Provide clear instructions and directions.
• Reasoning Skills: Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Time Management: Values time and manages it effectively, prioritizing and managing a broad range of activities.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay (negotiable)
• 401(k) plan
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Vision insurance
• Bonus pay
• Opportunities for professional growth

Schedule:

• Full-time
• Day shift
• Some travel required

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• The work environment involves hazards, risks, or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, errant chemicals, heavy equipment, and extreme heights.
• Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting, and noise levels in the work environment.

If you have the skills, enthusiasm, and a team-driven attitude, we encourage you to apply.

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