Diesel Shop Manager

Have a passion for leading and developing talent in a trailer maintenance environment? Are you looking for a new home and want to join a leader in the trucking industry? Come join our team as our Diesel Shop Managerin Appling, GA!

Who are you?

You're applying to this position because you are a self-starter who enjoys the responsibility of assigning and directing work for service technicians, as well as training and coaching them as needed. You have no problem coordinating incoming service and preventative maintenance tasks ensuring that the overall workflow of the shop is maintained. You are eager to bring your skills and experience to a trusted leader in the trucking industry!

Rate: $86,000 - $100,000, Experience compensated!

Why work for us?

• Receive a $1000 tool allowance, and $100 boot allowance...PER YEAR!
• Heavy equipment mechanic tuition reimbursement up to the IRS max each year
• HSA with a generous company match!
• FREE online medical and mental healthcare for you and your immediate family!
• 401k contributions upon hire with immediate company match!
• 6 paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off accrual begins on day one!!!
• Let us thank you for your hard work with our Quarterly Profit Share Incentive Program
• Upgrade your skills using current and innovative technology and industry specific software!
• Work with a welcoming and friendly team in a fast paced and exciting environment!
• The opportunity to work with a leader in the transportation & logistics industry!

What does this job look like daily?

• Handle mechanic supervision, customer contact, scheduling maintenance, and driver relations
• Prepare service reports
• Prioritize repair work coming in for technicians and ensure that repairs and PMs are being completed in a timely fashion
• Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
• Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as needed.
• Ensure technicians are meeting safety standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to team members.

Knowledge and Skills to be successful:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational ability
• Ability to train and coach service technicians and set an example of excellent customer and interpersonal relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of trailer maintenance and best practices
• DOT certified, or able to get DOT certified
• CDL a plus

Koch Companies is a family-owned business, and transportation industry leader, that is continuing to experience outstanding growth! At Koch you will benefit from a company that promotes a friendly, casual, and diverse working environment. Not only will you have the opportunity to grow and enhance your career through professional development and access to current technology, but you will also have access to robust benefits, competitive pay, and a culture that promotes mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing through several wellness programs.

Koch Companies: Family owned, Driver Focused