Shop Supervisor

U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.

6d•$56,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
Valid Drivers’ License Required
Able to work with hand tools.
Technical aptitude.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to participate in online OEM self-paced modules.
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose component problems.
Understands all maintenance sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance vocational experience preferred.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in shop or with trucks preferred.
Solid computer skills preferred; proficient with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, Word & Outlook), Internet and applicable company specific applications.
Qualified inspector of Equipment Annual Inspection as defined under FHWA 396.12 preferred.
Qualified Brake Inspector as defined under FHWA 396.25 preferred.
Familiar with diagnostic equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Executes directives as set forth by the Maintenance Department and Maintenance Manager to guarantee safe and timely repairs to equipment in the shop for P.M. or repair.
Supervises activities of shop employees to provide efficiency and productivity and safety.
Assists Technicians in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing tractors, trailers, and related mechanical components.
Creates and maintains a safe and efficient work environment.
Assigns jobs to technicians and follows up on progress and provides assistance when necessary.
Reviews Repair Orders for accuracy and completeness.
Assist Technicians in troubleshooting, testing, cleaning and adjusting parts or assemblies, use various instruments to make sure they are working properly.
Inspects vehicles for roadworthiness and lists any work required.
Responsible for floor level operations of the shop.
Accounts for all employees’ time.
Assists the maintenance manager with employee scheduling, productivity reviews, and daily operation of shop.
Assists manager with repair coordination, OSHA compliance, data entry, and warranty work as needed.
Assists with managing trade equipment and new equipment in service.
Responsible for equipment inventory at off-site vendor and shop locations.
Responsible for functions at the fuel island.
Performs daily fleet inspections.
Assists manager with trade equipment tracking and quality control.
Ensures inspection of reseated trucks.
Meets with staff to ensure consistency with company policy and procedure and other issue resolutions.
Assists with training of shop employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.