Job Description

Responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsible for staff Hiring, Training and disciplinary processes.
Responsible for managing daily schedules and work assignments of shop staff.
Supervise staff productivity/ efficiency.
Ensure available equipment readiness.
Manage productivity reports to improve staff productivity and reduce equipment downtime.
Provide consultation assistance to mechanics on complex issues with diesel equipment repairs, components, reefers, trailers, APU's and all other applicable mechanical needs including electrical issues and diagnostics.
Supervise parts inventory and shop equipment.
Ensure maintenance shop and its associated facilities are in a state of operational readiness during its scheduled working hours.
Assist maintenance staff when workload demands.
Spot Inspect and, if necessary, road test vehicles upon completion of work to insure quality of repairs performed.
Maintain clean, orderly and safe working environment.
Oversee the training and development of maintenance staff.
Oversee compliance of all OSHA, EPA & local, state and federal regulations and safety standard operating procedures.

Shop Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Class B UST training certification.
Above average leadership and support skills and experience.
Expert knowledge of garage tools, diagnostic equipment, lifts, hoists and mechanical equipment.
Advance knowledge of reefer electrical and mechanical systems.
Expertise in diagnostics, repair and preventative maintenance of diesel trucks, APU's and reefer trailers.
Ability to track and control parts inventories, vendors and suppliers.
Proven service background with knowledge of warranties.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external staff and business partners.
Above average computer skills required including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently; Spanish a plus.

Shop Manager Qualifications

Summary of Experience and Education

Must have proven diesel shop leadership experience.
Minimum of 2 years of diesel shop supervisor experience
Minimum of five years diesel repair experience - Thermo King units a plus.
ASE T2 Certification as a Master Truck Technician and/or Master Automotive Technician preferred.
Experience with Cummins and Peterbilt systems and diagnostic platforms.

About Us

ABCO Transportation is a freight shipping company based in Florida that specializes in nationwide truckload and refrigerated shipping. ABCO has become a leader in the transportation industry by offering our customers the latest in technology while staying ahead of the constantly changing demands of the marketplace. With our responsible team of caring professionals, GPS mobile communication, cutting edge technology to state of the art equipment we are always ready to meet the ever changing needs of our customers.

BENEFITS

Company Vacation Properties, PTO, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Pet Insurance and Group Home & Auto Insurance.

ABCO Transportation will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. ABCO Transportation will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for an assessment or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law.