Shop Manager

Shop Manager

DALLAS TX USX TERMINAL

Monday-Friday 7am-5pm Remote: No Grade: ES14 Compensation: $71,900 - $89,900 U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset‑based trucking companies. We provide innovative, custom solutions and a commitment to our people. Join us in revolutionizing transportation. What You’ll Do Responsible for the complete operation of the maintenance facility. Create and maintain a safe yet efficient work environment. Supervisory functions and personnel management: hiring, training, evaluating, assisting employees with work‑related issues, scheduling, productivity reviews. Monitor employee turnover at the shop level and make approved changes to improve morale and retention. Provide employee corrective action plans as needed. Coordinate in‑service of new trucks and trailers, monitor trade program, and provide proper reports. Provide daily report of all out‑of‑service equipment to appropriate departments. Communicate daily with operations personnel regarding status of out‑of‑service equipment and operational requirements. Respond to driver issues. Generate maintenance reports and verify data. Assist vendors with invoices and other issues. Review all repair orders. Participate in accident review with claim department and provide follow‑up with appropriate vendors. Maintain appropriate parts and tire inventory to ensure efficient, cost‑effective maintenance and service. Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance. Diagnose engine management/fuel injection component problems. Responsible for floor‑level operations of the shop. Stay up to date on all DOT requirements and ensure they are enforced. Responsible for functions at the fuel island. Responsible for quality control through auditing BPMs and vehicle repairs. Assist with vendor reviews. Manage shop tire scrap out program. Manage tech training program at the shop level and encourage participation in OEM modules. Ensure inspection of reseated trucks. Coordinate maintenance activities at Dedicated Accounts that are close by. Meet with staff to ensure consistency with company policy and procedure and resolve other issues. Perform other duties as assigned. What We’re Looking For Education Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested. Maintenance vocational experience preferred. Experience Minimum of 4 years of experience in shop or working with trucks required. Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience required. Skills / Certifications Driver’s license essential. Personnel management skills. Good communication skills, verbal and written. Understanding of all maintenance sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Advanced computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office (Excel), Internet and company specific applications. Knowledge of DOT regulations related to vehicle maintenance. Taking initiative and assertiveness skills. Excellent analytical skills; able to think “outside the box”. Monitoring. Critical thinking. Judgment and decision making. Problem‑solving skills. Thorough understanding of corporate tire program. Qualified inspector of Equipment Annual Inspection (FHWA 396.12) preferred. Qualified Brake Inspector (FHWA 396.25) preferred. Supervisory responsibility: up to 20 direct reports. Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Repair Shop Settings The position requires standing or walking for long periods, extensive work with hands, and verbal communication with teammates in a well‑lit, well‑ventilated repair shop. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce. This role will remain open until it has been filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Xpresstechfreight