Manager in Training - Texas First Rentals

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Manager in Training position is a development role that will learn all aspects of branch operations and business planning. This position is exposed to all day-to-day activities of the branch that are designed to maximize branch performance and profitability. In addition, the Manager in Training is to provide leadership support of a rental store through learning objectives performed by the Assistant Branch Manager role while building meaningful relationships and intentionally building the professional and caring culture, while exceeding established goals and objectives of the customer.

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: 

1. Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 
2. Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 
3. Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions

• Develops, evaluates, and influences effective and consistent productivity and teamwork to ensure the delivery of Legendary Customer Service (LCS)
• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Assists the Branch Manager in the preparation of monthly profit and loss statements and yearly budgets
• Learns to utilize internal reporting tools to optimize branch financial performance
• Supports the successful management of branch operations and personnel
• Assists the Branch Manager in ensuring compliance with all company policies
• Promotes a culture of safety and discipline through leadership, exemplary personal compliance, accountability, and communication
• Driven and results oriented; business development and KPIs to meet corporate targets
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Role Specific Essential Functions: 

• Exposure to all areas of business operation such as customer service, sales, management, and human resources

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Proficiency in MS Office, with an emphasis in Excel and Outlook, and the use of computer applications
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Great attention to detail and solid organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel within the organization and customer operations
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
• Ability to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division quickly and accurately
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Additional Role Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of construction equipment and rental industry
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work-related experience required 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel: 

• Up to 30% travel
• Valid driver’s license required

Physical Requirements:

• This position involves extended periods in a stationary position; additionally, occasional movement inside the office to access office machinery, file cabinets, etc. 
• This role frequently communicates with others, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds 
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Ascend/descend with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climb up and down ladder
• Be able to safely maneuver and work underneath equipment
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
• Safety training required; PPE required outside of office/parking lot area

Work Environment:

• This job is generally performed in a professional office environment
• Occasionally works outdoors and may be exposed to weather extremes conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Noise level may be loud at times
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment
• On occasion time spent in confined spaces and high places 
• Frequently works at fast pace with unscheduled interruptions

Disclaimer:

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.