Service Manager- Medium & Heavy-Duty Truck Dealership- North Central Ohio

Hill International Trucks

$80K — $96K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in dealership service management or assistant service management.
  • Proven track record in achieving profitability and technician efficiency.
  • Strong leadership skills that influence team culture.
  • In-depth knowledge of medium and heavy-duty truck systems and repair operations.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all operations of the service department.
  • Drive profitability and efficiency by overseeing labor, workflow, and technician productivity.
  • Develop and maintain a positive, team-oriented work culture.
  • Mentor and coach technicians and service advisors for growth and development.
  • Ensure high standards of customer service and satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with parts, sales, and warranty departments for seamless operations.
  • Monitor and report performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with performance incentives.
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
  • Career advancement opportunities within a growing dealership group.
  • A supportive and culture-driven work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are searching for the right leader to strengthen our service department and drive long-term growth.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Service Manager with dealership experience and a proven track record of profitability and technician efficiency.

This opportunity is open to:
  • Experienced Service Managers with a history of success leading dealership service operations, OR
  • Assistant Service Managers who have the skills, leadership ability, and industry experience to step into a Service Manager role immediately.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who understands the medium and heavy-duty truck and engine industry, is focused on team culture and technician performance, and can balance customer satisfaction with financial success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage all service department operations.
  • Drive profitability and efficiency by monitoring labor, workflow, and technician productivity.
  • Build and maintain a positive, accountable, team-focused culture.
  • Develop, coach, and mentor technicians and service advisors.
  • Ensure top-quality customer service and satisfaction.
  • Collaborate closely with parts, sales, and warranty departments.
  • Track and report department performance while following the company's processes.
  • Ensure compliance with dealer, manufacturer, and safety standards.

What We Offer
  • *Competitive compensation with performance incentives.
  • * Salary range starts at $80k annually, but negotiable for the right candidate with profitability bonuses paid monthly
  • Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO).
  • Career growth opportunities within a strong and expanding dealership group.
  • A supportive and culture-driven work environment.


Requirements

  • Dealership service management experience required (Service Manager or Assistant Service Manager level).
  • Documented success in profitability and technician efficiency.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence culture.
  • Solid understanding of medium and heavy-duty truck systems, engines, and repair operations.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to balance customer needs with department profitability.

ADDITIONAL Requirements:
  • Strong attention to detail, especially regarding time management and organization.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products and Windows-based computer systems.
  • High School Diploma required.
  • Valid Driver's License with clean driving record required.
  • Ability to pass a background check required.
  • Ability to pass a drug test required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Exempt and Non-Exempt Staff

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
  • Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
  • Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases.
  • Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Requires bending/stooping/kneeling/crouching/reaching for short periods.
  • Requires occasional lifting of 5 to 20 pounds.
  • Requires performing accurate, knowledgeable detailed work.
  • Occasionally exposed to engine exhaust fumes.
  • Occasionally exposed to loud noise.
  • Works overtime as required.
  • Requires mechanical knowledge and ability to train and teach technicians efficient skills needed to complete work correctly, minimizing comebacks and insuring customer satisfaction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Primarily in a service shop & office environment.
  • Will be expected to travel as needed to company locations.
  • Periodic weekend or evening work is expected.

Salary Description

Starting at $80k + bonus incentives paid monthly.

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