Equipment Manager

Paper Transport•Jacksonville, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking an Equipment Manager to oversee our Jacksonville, FL office. 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. Most importantly, this role is responsible for servicing our drivers by having equipment that is ready to haul freight.

Requirements

Must be a team player yet be able to work independently
Problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills
Organizational and analytical skills
Proficient in analyzing and solving problems
Able to multitask and manage critical situations effectively
High-stress tolerance is also critical
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

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Purchasing Manager
Transportation Planner or Coordinator
Transportation professional
Experience in high velocity jobs
Manager of mechanics or service advisors and writers

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

Medical, Dental, Vision
Short- & Long-Term Disability & Company Paid Life Insurance
HSA compatible medical insurance plan.
Generous PTO policy and paid holidays
401k with 3% match
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
Bonus eligibility
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