Thursday, November 6, 2008

Equipment Service Center Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinate the inspection, maintenance and repair of linehaul equipment and/or supervise the rebuild of components and equipment repair. Ensure that repairs are timely for meeting system demands and for providing safe, reliable and driver acceptable equipment. Supervise, train and develop assigned staff creating a team working environment. Ensure compliance with company and government required policies and procedures. Work with the shop team to meet safety goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure the efficient movement of inbound tractors, trailers and converters through the service lanes. Use computer inbound dispatch for determining manpower needs and ensure availability for completing assigned duties. Maintain required maintenance documentation.

2. Coordinate the performance of maintenance on all equipment. Implement a cost effective preventative maintenance program providing for safe, clean, driver acceptable equipment.


3. Supervise the repair of equipment ensuring timeliness in meeting system demands.


4. Maintain inventory control on all repair parts and tools. Review repair orders for accurate listing and extension of repair parts, maintaining proper accountability of chargeable repair parts.


5. Communicate, monitor and maintain compliance with company safety and work rules, policies, and procedures. Train and develop assigned staff for providing timely and quality repair.


6. Ensure the shop safety process is followed. Effectively communicate safety topics and perform safety inspection of tools and facilities as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Basic technical knowledge of equipment mechanics.
3. Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Must be available to work any shift, including weekends and holidays.
5. Must have a satisfactory record of previous employment.
6. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelors degree or college level course work.
2. 2+ years supervisory experience or formal management training.
3. Background/knowledge of equipment maintenance.
4. Hands on mechanical experience.


Yellow Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.