Manager, Area Service

Manager, Area Service DALLAS TX USX TERMINAL

M-F 0700 - 1700

Position open to remote: No Grade: ES15 Compensation Range: 0 Who We Are: Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S. Why U.S. Xpress? Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below! Medical, Dental, and Vision Basic/Supplemental Life Accidental Death/Dismemberment Health Savings Accounts Flexible Savings Accounts Company Paid Holidays Paid Time Off 401k with Employer Matching Contribution Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Parental Leave Short Term Incentive Program Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance What You’ll Do: Manages a group of maintenance facilities,dedicated vendors, and yards that are strategically aligned to ensurestandardization/consistency in process and procedure of maintenance shopoperations. Ensures all the assignedshop personnel are properly trained and performing the job functions properly.Ensures all preferred vendors in region are meeting company requirements. Drive and implement business plan for area of responsibility by managing scheduling and staffing in order to achieve facility and company goals (e.g. productivity, quality, safety) and implement operational improvements. Direct, supervise, and manage employees and leaders in area of responsibility by giving direction, monitoring performance, and providing feedback; identifying training and developmental needs and providing opportunities for learning and growth; teaching, supporting, and modeling company policies and procedures; and participating in the hiring, coaching, teaching, and evaluation of employees, leaders, and managers. Assess workload of shops and ensure a plan is in effect to get equipment back to Operations in a timely manner. Work with managers on the man power/staffing need to optimize shop space. Review Shop Schedules. Perform shop, dedicated accounts, and vendor audits quarterly and make sure processes are in place. Review key factors and shop P&L for locations, review with managers. Review all techs and managers evaluations and make pay increase recommendations. Review all locations and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations is achieved and maintained. Ensure that all safety programs are in place and that all OSHA and technical training is being completed. Monitor and ensure area of responsibility’s compliance with company quality and safety standards, policies, procedures, directives, and government regulations by developing, distributing, and/or maintaining procedures and supporting documentation (e.g. conduct periodic audits). Look at outsource costs and work to reduce costs and frequency of repair. Monitors and manages productivity (e.g. direct labor, standard repair times (SRT) for area of responsibility by preparing or reviewing reports. Identify and ensure employee, customer, and/or supplier concerns are resolved, using established procedures, own judgment, or consulting others when needed. Review repair orders, records, logs and other written or computer based documents according to established procedures with employees ensuring quality standards are met (e.g. charge parts/lubes, account for time, PM Forms, verify warranties). Manage, prepare, and review all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the shop operation and improve areas above and below goals. Travel to multiple facilities or work sites requiring both single and multiple day stays. Work with corporate management on identifying and establishing preferred dedicated vendors. Train dedicated vendors on proper US Xpress repair procedures. Ensure vendors are adhering to USX repair procedures and best practices. Identify areas of cost savings and downtime reduction with preferred dedicated vendors. Submittal of Area Manager’s Weekly Report summarizing highlights, concerns, and objectives. Provides plan for next week on scheduled meetings and objectives. 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 a minimum of two years of professional experience for each year of college requested. Experience Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing multiple shop locations required. Skills/Certifications Ability to plan and set goals. Heavy Truck Maintenance Industry Certifications (ASE, OEM’s, etc.) preferred. Knowledge of shop operations and equipment. Proficiency in Excel, Word, AS400, and Maintenance Systems software. Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities.Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the 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