Service Manager II

Dead River Company

$72K — $108K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced education is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience, preferably managing salaried staff.
  • Knowledge of petroleum products, equipment, and service is essential.
  • Certifications in oil burner and/or propane licenses preferred.
  • Strong analytical and leadership skills are needed for effective decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all operations of the service department, ensuring high performance.
  • Develop and implement in-house training programs for technicians.
  • Conduct monthly safety meetings to uphold departmental safety standards.
  • Achieve and monitor budgeted levels of billable hours and profitability per technician.
  • Analyze productivity reports to optimize efficiency and technician performance.
  • Manage customer relationships and resolve service-related concerns effectively.
  • Maintain supplier communication to ensure proper inventory levels.

Benefits

  • Health insurance with premiums starting as low as $6.41 for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive dental and vision insurance options available.
  • Company-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with competitive company matching contributions.
  • Paid time off including holidays and vacation days available.
  • Tuition assistance programs for professional development and scholarships for employees' children.
  • Employee discounts on products and services offered by the company.
Full Job Description
$72,000.00 to $108,000.00 Annually Depending on Experience

Position Summary:

The Service Manager II oversees a large service department with an Administrative Service Manager and two or more Field Service Manager as direct reports. This Manager builds a strong sales culture and oversees service department dispatching, inventory, billing, payroll, and productivity to ensure an elevated level of customer satisfaction and an efficient, profitable department. Supervise installation and repair of heating equipment to assure a high level of service.

Essential Functions:
  • Oversees all service department operations and is responsible for the overall performance and management of the department by providing quality service and retaining a skilled, productive workforce.
  • Develops technicians through in-house training programs, cross-training, or participation in outside training programs. The Service Manager II conducts work inspections and provides technical guidance as needed.
  • Conducts or oversees the monthly department safety meeting.
  • Achieve the budgeted level of billable hours and profitability per technician.
  • Keeps abreast of innovative technology and codes relating to various petroleum related equipment.
  • Coordinates the efficient and timely dispatching of technicians with the dispatch supervisor or dispatch personnel.
  • Analyzes service department productivity reports to improve efficiency and maximize technician billable hours.
  • Resolves customer concerns relating to the service or installation of parts and equipment
  • Communicates and negotiates with suppliers to maintain appropriate inventory levels
  • Sets a high standard of corporate image through customer relations, quality work, clean vehicles, neat appearance, and safe driving and work habits.
  • Gains an understanding of company policies and local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and codes pertaining to the safe installation and service of petroleum equipment.
  • Coordinates the maintenance of service department vehicles with drivers and mechanic or outside repair garage.
  • Evaluates performance and provides performance feedback utilizing the Performance Scorecard.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits - Paid weekly!
  • Health Insurance - Premiums as low as $6.41 for full time employees!
  • Dental insurance and Vision Insurance
  • Company Provided Life insurance, Short-term and Long-Term disability
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Tuition assistance for employees and scholarships available for employees' children
  • Discounts on our products and services
  • Opportunities for growth throughout our footprint.

Other Tasks:

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Education:

A high school education or equivalent is required.

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years supervisory experience is required. Experience leading salaried managers is highly preferred. A knowledge of petroleum products, equipment and service is required.

Certification and Testing:

The Service Manager II will typically have appropriate oil burner and /or propane licenses.

Equipment Used:

This position utilizes both office equipment and all equipment used in the installation and repair of petroleum related equipment.

Decisions Made:

The Service Manager II makes all day-to-day operational decisions. They deal with customer service issues, make complex decisions and partner with the General Manger to assure the business runs effectively.

Contacts:

The Service Manager II frequently deals with customers, other employees (technicians, dispatchers), other department heads, and sales (if applicable).

Safety Considerations:

The Service Manager II oversees the safe use of company service vehicles and all aspects of service technician safety including appropriate personal protective equipment, proper lifting of heavy parts and equipment, hazardous materials handling, and
general safety awareness. The Service Manager sets the standard for safety awareness in the department. The Service Manager also seeks to minimize liability claims relating to
installation and service work. It is an expectation that an incident investigation is completed on all injuries, accidents, and claims.

Other Attributes Required:
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Planning and scheduling skills
  • Desire to lead (assertiveness) and leadership skills
  • Accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
  • Analytical skills

Work Environment:

Work is performed both inside an office where temperatures are controlled, outside in all weather conditions, and inside customer residences

Physical Requirements Analysis:

The position requires frequent sitting with occasional standing and walking sites there is frequent use of the arms, hands, fingers to manipulate tools.

Weight or Force Moved:

The Service Manager II periodically assists others in moving very heavy objects weighing more than one hundred pounds.

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Dead River Company

More Transportation Jobs

Find similar Service Manager II jobs: