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Manager of Service

Dawson Group1 day ago
Kamloops, BC
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Extended medical, vision, and dental coverage
Employer‑matched pension plan
Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance

About the role

Dawson International Truck Centres is looking for a Manager of Service to ensure that the Service Department runs smoothly, efficiently, and profitably, while running at maximum capacity.

In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson International Truck Centres, working in a permanent, full-time position of Manager of Service, reporting to the Branch Manager. Your base location will be Kamloops, BC.

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WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

  • Lead a diverse team of technicians and service support staff
  • Recruitment, Mentoring, Training, Performance Management and Retention of staff
  • Control resources and utilize assets to deliver financial bottom-line results
  • Improve the customer service experience, develop customer relationships, and facilitate growth
  • Attend and participate in all safety meetings and promote and ensure team abides by safety policies
  • Take ownership of customer issues and follow up through to resolution
  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with customers to encourage repeat and referral business
  • Monitor and control the performance of the department using appropriate reports, tracking systems, and KPI’s
  • Prepare and administer an annual operating budget for the service department
  • Maintain open communications and good relationships with other department personnel - Parts, Sales, Administration, and Credit
  • Strive for harmony and teamwork within the department and with all other locations.
  • Work with the service management team to build consistency in service delivery across our 5 locations
  • Implement and maintain our OEM best practices and processes

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a Service Manager preferred
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in the heavy truck/equipment or related industry preferred
  • Education in business administration or a HET / CT ticket preferred
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports
  • Strong business ethics with a professional approach at all times
  • Function well with large volume and fast-paced work environment
  • Working knowledge of computers and customer service software
  • Strong written and oral communication

What WE OFFER:

  • Extended Medical (including Vision), and Dental benefits
  • Company Pension with employer matching program
  • Long Term and Short Term Disability
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Paid Time Off including vacation, personal time and volunteer time
  • On-going training opportunities

BENEFITS

Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.

The Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.

Apply now to start the conversation!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview

About Dawson Group

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The Dawson Group is a family of companies focussing on the provision of services for transportation industries in B.C. The companies are owned by Ian Dawson, whose grandfather started Dawson Construction in 1922. Today, Dawson Group companies are involved in building and maintaining highways and other public infrastructure, as well as in the truck sales, service and transport industries.

Dawson Construction, the group’s founding company, has been involved in many significant infrastructure projects over the past several decades, including construction of the Coquihalla Highway, parts of the Yellowhead Highway in northern B.C., and the Granville Street Bridge in Vancouver.

Our companies continue to grow and expand through B.C. and western Canada. We are committed to connecting communities through the safe provision of critical transportation infrastructure and services.