Service Manager

Service Department Manager

Manages service operations within the dealership to maximize return on investment by optimizing Service Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction. Grows profitable service labor sales and exercises disciplined expense control. Consistently exhibits Midwest Machinery Company's core purpose and values.

Responsibilities:

• Develops, communicates, enforces and monitors effective Service Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction
• Assists in developing, and executes, Service Department marketing plan and monitors monthly to ensure achievement of departmental goals
• Coordinates customer clinics and related promotional events
• Monitors all service warranty and Product Improvement Program expiration dates to keep within the required timeframe to receive maximum credit
• Schedules and assigns jobs and work areas to employees in the Service Department according to their skills and knowledge
• Reviews work orders for completeness and accuracy prior to customer billing: closes work orders in a timely fashion
• Ensures all departmental tools, equipment, and vehicles are in good working order
• Manages recruiting, staffing and employee development activities for employees reporting to this position
• Participates in service EDUCATE training program required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Participates in, or hosts, at least one local school-related career day/experience per year
• Attracts, retains, and effectively engages department personnel. Attends to, and resolves, employee and inter-departmental issues in a fair and expedient manner
• Maintains and promotes a safe work environment. Demonstrates understanding of and ability to follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• 3+ years experience in Service Department operations
• Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions
• Ability to write and speak effectively to individuals and groups
• Familiar with John Deere and competitive products
• Basic understanding of financial principles relative to Service Department operations
• Ability to analyze and interpret internal reports
• Excellent customer service skills

Physical and Mental and Other Requirements:

• Frequent bending and stooping
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Climbing/using ladders
• Ability to use a forklift/skid loader
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record required
• Must pass a pre-employment background study

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off including PTO, Holiday Pay, Bereavement Pay, Civic Pay, and Volunteer Time Off
• 401k plan with company match
• Multiple health insurance plan and network options with Health Savings Accounts
• Dental and Vision plans
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans
• Company paid life insurance with ability to purchase more
• Company paid Short-Term Disability coverage
• Multiple voluntary benefits available including LTD, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Whole Life, ID Theft
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid uniforms or clothing allowance based on position
• Employee Discount Programs