Position: Shop Manager

Job Description:

Forward Air, Inc. is looking for a self-motivated individual to join the maintenance team as Shop Manager. Duties include all aspects of managing Technicians who repair vehicles, trailers, and other mechanical equipment of Forward Air, while adhering to the compliance of all Forward Air Policies, safe work practices, and high customer service.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

Hire, train, schedule and manage day to day activities of Fleet Maintenance Technicians
Evaluate status of mechanical equipment, trailers, and vehicles, and supervise needed repairs
Conduct various analysis and inspections of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical systems to determine the most cost-effective means of maintenance, repair, or replacement
Manage Parts Inventory as directed
Supervise Technicians who perform the following:
Maintain equipment according to DOT regulations
Perform routine truck, trailer, and/or forklift P.M.s
Perform tire mounting/dismounting and repairs
Perform minor cosmetic repairs
Perform roadside repairs
Maintain regular and dependable attendance
Maintain work area, tools, and equipment
Operate a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools
Perform minor building and facility maintenance
Perform Data Entry in Maintenance Software to track repairs
Keep shop and company tools clean and in good working order
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Prior experience with truck, trailer, and/or vehicle repair
Strong mechanical aptitude
Desire for a long-term career with an industry leading company
Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image in a fast-paced environment
Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (extended hours as required)

Skills:

The ideal candidate will possess a “can do" attitude with a “will do" work ethic
Demonstrate strong leadership skills and a “hands on” engagement style to motivate the maintenance team to achieve company KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) to meet internal and external customer needs
Must have the ability to work in a fast- paced environment
Strong computer skills including Maintenance Software, Excel, and Word
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $89,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift

Ability to Commute:

Forest Park, GA 30297 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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