Shop Manager
Company Overview:
Con-way Freight is the premier provider of reliable, regional, inter-regional and nationwide LTL service to customers large and small across our integrated, single North American network of LTL operating locations.
Recently, Fortune Magazine named Con-way the "Most Admired Company" in the transportation and logistics industry. At Con-way, you will work alongside a top caliber management team that not only understands the transportation industry but the importance of utilizing and developing top talent. If you are looking to build a solid and long-lasting career where you will be recognized and rewarded for your hard work, look to Con-way. Apply today and find out why thousands of people have made Con-way their employer of choice!
Job Summary:
The position is responsible for the management of maintenance of company owned equipment associated with the Service Center. Responsibilities will include scheduling, daily front line supervision of shop personnel, parts ordering, and vendor control. In addition, this position will also provide safe, reliable and roadworthy equipment to our drivers, allowing them to provide superior and safe service to our customers. This is expected to be accomplished at the lowest cost of ownership to Con-way Freight.
Description of Essential Job Functions:
- Supervise maintenance employee and contract workers, including but not limited to, hiring, work assignments, promotions, and termination recommendations.
- Ensure that all maintenance personnel comply with all company policies procedures.
- Observe, mentor, develop and review the performance and progress of mechanics and all shop personnel.
- Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 7 and 8 diesel equipment in compliance with the manufacturers' and company schedules.
- Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of forklifts and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturers' and company schedules.
- Safely walk stand for extended periods of time in various locations that may be outside.
- Safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat kneel as necessary to perform the job duties.
- Responsible for shop cleanliness, safety and compliance.
- Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation.
- Maintain proficiency on equipment and technologies that enhance Con-way's productivity.
- Monitor shop for efficiency, safety, financial controls and maintenance compliance.
- Monitor and analyze trends in parts utilization; gains, shortages, usage.
- Minimize the time that equipment is out of service.
- Know and comply with pertinent DOT regulations.
- Monitor the sale and disposition of retired and scrapped equipment.
- Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.
- Work flexible (off) shifts as required
Qualifications:
- Associates of arts/science degree or relevant education/work experience
- At least five years of fleet maintenance experience required
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to organize and effectively present information
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong work ethic/stable work history
- Industry experience within the Less Than Truckload (LTL) Industry is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
- Valid driver's license
- Current CDL is desired
- Current ASE certifications preferred
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer M/F/D/V
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