Service Supervisor

The Service Department is seeking a Service Supervisor for our Williston, ND branch. If you have the ability to work and get along well with people, to accept change quickly and be able to work under stressful situations with a strong desire to promote growth of the service department business through superior performance and complete customer satisfaction this job may be for you. Salary From: $119,700 annual (Based on Skills & Experience) Essential Duties Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules; investigate accidents in a timely, accurate and complete manner. Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship. Initiate and respond to communication with other departments, and customers in a timely manner to optimize customer satisfaction. Coordinate all department labor needs as requested by internal and external customers. Work with customers to determine source of problems. Communicate with customers concerning service activities including reviewing jobs, explaining invoices, identifying need for future repairs and making maintenance recommendations. Manage technicians to ensure safe and efficient repairs/prep processes and coordinate training efforts to ensure the development of technicians. Maintain knowledge of the skills of the labor force (technicians) to manage job placement of the technicians. Keep up to date on overall activities of the department, identifying problem areas and taking corrective action. Accurately complete all necessary paperwork. Responsible to ensure repairs and preps are complete, on time and on budget. Maintains control of all assigned company property and ensures that equipment is maintained in safe operating condition at all times. Works to build trust among direct reports and peers alike with reliability and credibility. Regularly demonstrates the Company Values and establishes accountability for self and others to do the same. Addresses behaviors that are counter to our values. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising annual performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities A high school diploma or equivalent or a graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required. A valid driver's license, forklift experience and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, and more. Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and Outlook. Requires the ability to stand up to eight hours per day and includes twisting, bending, squatting, sitting stooping and kneeling. Flexibility to travel and visit our customers will be required. Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal. Company Benefits Retirement: 401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave Health Insurance: Premera Blue Cross Medical w/Telehealth & Dental Vision Insurance: VSP Vision Insurance Insurance: Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance Guidance Resources: Employee Assistance Program Rewards: Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program Discounts: CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts Financial Access: Credit Union Membership is available Growth/Stability: Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family‑owned Company for over 96 years Tenure: Seniority Bonus, starting at 5+ years Talent Referral Program: Employee Referral Bonus Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, T & E Power Systems and SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar and other manufacturers. We are a family owned and managed company with 1,200+ employees. Our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr