Management Trainee

Carter Machinery Careers•Mechanicsville, VA

About The Position

The Management Trainee works under the direction of experienced personnel in Parts, Service, Rental, and Service Home Office Operations for a six-month period. The trainee gains the knowledge and experience needed to move into management positions by learning how to identify and apply business strategies and processes. The role includes assisting department managers with day-to-day operations, participating in meetings, attending learning opportunities, and observing experienced staff members performing their duties. The position is based in Richmond, Virginia, and requires willingness to relocate within Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. Trainees must be able to work the hours needed to meet business and customer demands, and may be eligible for overtime depending on the role. The stated starting compensation range is $56,000–$73,000 per year; actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other business considerations.

Requirements

Be a self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
Be willing to relocate within Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Be detail-oriented and have strong time-management and organizational skills.
Have excellent internal and external customer satisfaction skills.
Have strong PC and administrative skills and the ability to adapt to changing technology.
Have a strong work ethic.
Be able to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and adjust to changing priorities.
Have an excellent driving record.
Be able to work the hours required to meet business and customer demands.

Nice To Haves

A college degree in a related field and/or three years of work experience in management, sales, or service operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Learn business strategies and processes across Parts, Service, Rental, and Service Home Office Operations.
Assist department managers with day-to-day operations.
Participate in meetings and attend learning opportunities.
Observe experienced staff members performing their job duties.
Promote a positive customer experience.
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) with a $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
Life and disability insurance
In-house training instructors and programs
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral bonus program
Tool allowances and tool loans
Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
Opportunities for overtime
Shift differential, if applicable
Performance-based incentive programs may be included in the compensation package