Service Manager

Job Description

Job Description

• Service Manager Industrial / Field Service Operations

  A growing industrial service organization is seeking an experienced Service Manager tolead its field service and maintenance operations. This role is responsible for overseeing technicians, coordinating daily service activities, ensuring quality and safety standards, and driving strong customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong mechanical aptitude and proven experience managing service teams in a fast-paced industrial environment.

  Key Responsibilities

  Lead Daily Service Operations

  • Oversee scheduling, dispatching, and assignment of service, inspection, and repair work.
  • Ensure timely completion of work orders, inspections, preventative maintenance, and emergency responses.
  • Monitor technician performance, productivity, and job quality.

  Team Leadership & Development

  • Hire, train, coach, and mentor technicians and service coordinators.
  • Conduct performance reviews and build a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Ensure technicians meet certification, training, and compliance requirements.

  Customer Communication & Satisfaction

  • Serve as a primary customer contact for scheduling updates, service recommendations, and escalations.
  • Build strong customer relationships to support repeat business and long-term partnerships.
  • Review service reports, provide recommendations, and ensure clear communication of findings.

  Quality, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure service work meets industry, manufacturer, and safety standards.
  • Conduct jobsite walk-throughs, safety checks, and quality audits.
  • Enforce OSHA, company safety policies, PPE usage, and documentation requirements.

  Service Administration & Financial Oversight

  • Review and approve quotes, work orders, timecards, and job documentation.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
  • Track service metrics including backlog, response time, profitability, and labor utilization.
  • Assist with pricing, job costing, and invoice review.

  Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, reduce downtime, and streamline operations.
  • Support continuous improvement through technician feedback, data analysis, and proactive problem-solving.
  What You Bring

  • 3+ years of experience managing service technicians in mechanical, industrial, crane/hoist, heavy equipment, or similar industries.

  • Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude; crane/hoist experience

  • Experience with service management systems, scheduling tools, and MS Office.

  • Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Solid understanding of OSHA and safety best practices.

  • Must meet background check and drug screen requirements.

  • Ability to travel occasionally to job sites and customer locations.

  Work Environment

  Mix of office and field environments. May include exposure to heights, loud equipment, industrial facilities, and outdoor conditions. PPE is provided.

  EEOC Statement

  We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

  Ready to Lead a High-Impact Service Team?

  If you're a service-focused leader who enjoys developing technicians, solving operational problems, and delivering exceptional customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for consideration.

You should be proficient in:

• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Crane & Lifting Equipment Systems
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Crane (Liebherr, Konecranes, Tadano, Terex, Manitowoc, Demag, SANY)
• Overhead Crane
• Gantry Robot