Position Summary: The Shop Manager is responsible for maximizing the utilization of Absher Holdings equipment and tools across the project spectrum. Emphasis on the scheduling and allocation of equipment resources, assessing project needs and requests, and developing and providing optimized and low-cost solutions to meet project needs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Management and Technical Skills

• Participate in the development of capture plans with a focus on equipment/tool strategy
• Coordinate with and optimize existing equipment/tool management plan, including but not limited to service intervals, inspections, certifications, and safety bulletins associated with each specific category of equipment
• Responsible for rental department profitability
• Responsible for regularly reviewing inventory levels, missed opportunity reports, tool utilization, and rental department-related expenses
• Coordinate with project personnel for any equipment/tool-related activities
• Manages inventory, maintenance, and depreciation of equipment and tools
• Responsible for equipment/tool transfers between projects. Oversees the scheduling, delivery, and pickup of all equipment
• Periodically drive for deliveries/pickups as required to service projects
• Works daily with the project management and key employees to prioritize customer service issues
• Responsible for maintaining good ‘housekeeping’ conditions for the department, equipment, tools, and the yard
• Responsible for obtaining all necessary paperwork and signatures for every rental transaction
• Manage rental rates, rent tracking, transfers, buying or selling, estimating and cost projections for maintenance and or repair decisions on equipment and tools
• Periodically reviews the competition, suggesting adjustments to price and offerings
• Educate customers by conducting or coordinating equipment/tool demonstrations
• Develop and maintain proficient skills in operating the equipment and tools in the rental inventory, along with practical application knowledge
• Work closely with the accountant to confirm and verify the accuracy of billings
• Periodically drive for deliveries/pickups as required to service projects
• Review and advise on capital expenditure. Engage with local vendors on capital expenditure opportunities for the utilization by our projects for efficiency and cost savings

Preferred Qualifications

• Recognize the importance of customer service and customer relations
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of all local, state, and national statutes and guidelines regarding equipment licensing, certifications, permitting, and hauling
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency with common computer applications (MS Office and operating systems)
• Must be a team player and possess strong interpersonal skills
• Mechanical aptitude is important to ‘problem solving’ in managing the business
• A thorough understanding of the different construction activities and phases involved in construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in using and training of Point of Rental

Education and Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in the construction equipment and tools or related industry
• Valid driver’s license with ability to obtain CDL
• Excellent understanding of warehouse management procedures
• Outstanding leadership, organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands:

This job may be performed in the office or on the jobsite and requires frequent sitting (often working on a computer), frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching. Heavy lifting may be needed; the employee should be able to lift items up to 40lbs. Due to computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists. He/she must be able to navigate the jobsite and is expected to be able to comply with all safety regulations in the office and on the jobsite.

Why You’ll Love Absher’s Benefits

We believe Employee Ownership, a competitive salary, and a positive work environment are just part of the package someone looks for when choosing a new company. That is why we pay 100% of our employees’ monthly insurance premiums and a high percentage of their family’s premium package. We also offer first class benefits like Premera Blue Cross Medical and Dental insurance, and more!

Company Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Discretionary, performance-based end of the year Bonus
• 401(k) Profit-Sharing Match
• 3 weeks annual paid vacation
• Up to 8 annual paid holidays, plus 2 annual paid floating holidays
• 7 annual days of paid sick time
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Education Assistance and Ongoing Development Training and Certifications
• Service Awards
• Philanthropy Opportunities

All benefits are dependent on start date; pro-rated for mid-year hires

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to120,000 with the average starting salary in the 40th percentile range; commensurate with experience and training. This ensures we get you properly seated within our organization so that all parties feel good about our future together.

Absher’s Commitment to Diversity: Our EEOC Pledge

At Absher, we're dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. We believe in true innovation through a collective blend of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. No employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone excels.

Notice to Staffing AgenciesNo agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. At this time, there are no agency agreements in place, no budget for agency referrals, nor any intention to enter any agency agreement. No Absher employee is authorized to bind Absher to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by an Agency. Please remove Absher from all solicitation lists.