Equipment Manager

Paper Transport•Pontoon Beach, IL

10d

About The Position

We’re seeking a Equipment Manager to oversee our Pontoon Beach fleet’s maintenance operations. This role is ideal for someone who works independently, embraces challenges with a curious mindset, and is committed to learning and evolving with the industry. The successful candidate will be someone with a strong ability to work with maintenance vendors and develop driver relationships. This role is accountable for all maintenance issues relating to truck and trailer equipment which incorporates over $3 million in assets. Most importantly, this role is responsible for servicing our drivers by having equipment that is ready to haul freight. Some roles that would have transferable skills could be experience as a: Purchasing Manager, Transportation Planner or Coordinator, Transportation professional, Experience in high velocity jobs, manager of mechanics or service advisors and writers.

Requirements

The candidate must be a team player yet be able to work independently, have problem-solving, excellent communication skills, and have organizational and analytical skills.
Must be proficient in analyzing and solving problems plus be able to multitask and manage critical situations effectively.
High-stress tolerance is also critical.
This is a very active job where multiple trips will be made from the office to the yard. This can include carrying up to 50lbs up or down the stairs to your office.
Decisiveness: Have the ability to put things into perspective, weigh all your options, assess all relevant information and anticipate the consequences, good and bad. Have the ability to know who can help you reach a solution.
Communication: Ability to adjust your tone/style according to your audience, ability to explain complex issues both internally and externally.
Time Management: Have the ability to manage your time to efficiently prioritize tasks while adopting an attitude to take on new tasks and deadlines.
Self-Motivation: Having a positive attitude and the initiative to work without constant supervision.
Teamwork: working for our common goal, know when to be a leader and when to be a listener. Ability to be perceptive along with receptive to others needs and responsibilities.
Conflict Resolution: Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish a rapport with others, know how to be persuasive with the ability to stay calm.
Computer Expertise: Must be proficient in Microsoft software; Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Two years of experience in Transportation working with maintenance/equipment and recruiting

Responsibilities

Scheduling of preventative maintenance service for tractors and trailers.
Interface with maintenance vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective repairs.
Manage emergency breakdowns with vendors and drivers for both tractor and trailer.
Maintain a log of all equipment repairs and communicate with the corporate office.
Dispose of assets at the end of asset life.
Oversee the operation, installation, and upgrades to In-Cab Communication Devices.
Interact with operations on a daily basis with known issues/concerns.
Interactive with drivers in the yard
Manage repair invoices for discrepancies, accuracy and legitimacy.
Manage local vendor relationships with integrity.

Benefits

M-F Day Schedule
Medical, Dental, Vision
Short- & Long-Term Disability & Company Paid Life Insurance
HSA compatible medical insurance plan.
Generous PTO policy and paid holidays
On-Site health clinic at certain locations free to our employees and tax dependents
401k with up to 3% match (after 6 months of employment)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer contributions to your Health Savings Account
Short term disability and long-term disability
100% company paid life insurance / AD&D
Profit sharing potential
Paid Time Off and company paid holidays
Drive Your Wellbeing program (third party nurse partner available at no cost to you for financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing support)
Employee Assistance Program
Ongoing training and employee development opportunities