Senior Service Technician / Yard Supervisor (Direct Hire)

Senior Service Technician / Yard Supervisor (Direct Hire)

Location: Commerce Township (Detroit), MI

About Satellite Shelters

Satellite Shelters has been a trusted leader in modular building solutions for over 50 years. As a family-owned company, we provide mobile offices, modular buildings, storage solutions, and temporary space for customers across construction, education, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and other industries. We are committed to safety, exceptional customer service, and providing long-term career opportunities for our employees.

About the Opportunity

Bear Staffing Services is proud to partner with Satellite Shelters to find an experienced Senior Service Technician / Yard Supervisor (Direct Hire) to help launch and grow their new Commerce Township (Detroit), Michigan branch.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organization from the ground up. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technician who enjoys wearing multiple hats and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for servicing, inspecting, repairing, preparing, and maintaining modular buildings, supporting field service calls, coordinating yard operations, and helping establish processes that will contribute to the long-term success of the branch. This role combines technical expertise, customer service, leadership, and operational support. As the branch grows, you'll become a key member of the team, helping build a safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation from day one.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general building systems within modular buildings.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and general maintenance on modular buildings in both the yard and at customer locations.
• Prepare modular buildings for delivery by ensuring each unit meets company quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate daily yard operations by organizing inventory, equipment, and modular buildings.
• Assist with loading, unloading, staging, and preparing units for transportation.
• Respond to customer service calls and provide professional, timely service in the field.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, drivers, and branch leadership to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Maintain accurate work orders, inspection reports, and service documentation.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Assist with developing branch procedures and supporting the continued growth of the Detroit location.

Travel Requirements

• Travel is required to support customer service calls and field service operations.
• While most work will be based out of the Commerce Township branch, occasional travel of up to approximately five hours from the branch may be required based on customer needs.
• Overnight travel may occasionally be required depending on service schedules.

Qualifications Required

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• 5+ years of experience as a Service Technician, Field Service Technician, Facilities Maintenance Technician, HVAC Technician, or similar skilled trade.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.

Qualifications Preferred

• EPA Universal Certification strongly preferred
• HVAC certification or significant HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Previous experience working with modular buildings, mobile offices, manufactured housing, RVs, or commercial facilities.
• Leadership or yard operations experience.
• Forklift certification or experience.
• Experience working in construction, facilities maintenance, or industrial environments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Opportunities for career advancement with a stable, family-owned company

Why Join Satellite Shelters?

This is more than a service technician roleit's an opportunity to help establish a brand-new branch and make a lasting impact from the very beginning. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service, and wants to grow with an industry leader, this is an exciting opportunity to build your career while helping shape the success of a new operation.

Compensation

Competitive pay based on experience (DOE) Recommended advertising range: $30.00$38.00/hour (Higher consideration will be given to candidates with EPA Universal certification, extensive HVAC experience, and previous leadership or supervisory experience.)