What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at Axis Plumbing and Heating?
Operations Manager (Plumbing Services)About Us
We are a growing, family-owned plumbing company committed to integrity, honesty, and excellent customer service. As a faith-based business, we strive to operate with strong values, respect, and care in everything we do.
We are building a structured, professional operation focused on long-term growth and consistency—not a chaotic or reactive shop—and are looking for the right person to help us grow.
Position Summary
The Operations Manager is responsible for owning and improving day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient workflows, strong cash flow, and a high-quality customer experience.
This role focuses on systems, performance, and accountability—not routine administrative task execution.
What Success Looks Like
- Jobs are scheduled and completed efficiently with minimal downtime
- Invoices go out on time and payments are collected promptly
- Customers feel informed, supported, and taken care of
- Office operations run smoothly without constant owner involvement
- Problems are identified early and solved proactively
Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Process Ownership
- Own and improve workflows from call intake through job completion and payment
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions
Team Oversight (Dispatcher)
- Manage and support the Dispatcher role
- Ensure the daily schedule is efficient and fully utilized
- Provide training, feedback, and accountability
- Provide backup dispatch support when needed to ensure continuity of operations
- Step in to resolve scheduling or service issues when necessary
Financial Oversight & Collections
- Own accounts receivable performance and collections process
- Review A/R aging reports and take action on overdue accounts
- Monitor operational trends affecting cash flow
- Coordinate with bookkeeping/CPA for accurate reporting
Customer Experience
- Own overall customer experience outcomes
- Handle escalated customer concerns
- Identify trends and implement improvements
Vendor & Cost Management
- Oversee and help improve vendor relationships and supply ordering processes
- Monitor expenses and maintain cost control
- Approve purchases within defined limits
HR & Administrative Support (Light)
- Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes
- Maintain organized employee records
- Support company policies and procedures
Reporting & Accountability
- Provide weekly reports to ownership including:
- Revenue and jobs completed
- A/R status and collections progress
- Schedule efficiency
- Key issues and improvements
- Proactively identify and solve problems
This Role Is NOT
- A front-desk or call-answering position
- A bookkeeping or accounting role
- A “do everything” office job
- A position with full independent control over major business decisions
Decision-Making Authority
- Manage day-to-day office operations and workflows
- Approve routine expenses within set limits
- Recommend (but not independently decide on):
- Hiring and termination decisions
- Compensation changes
- Major financial commitments
What We’re Looking For
- Strong ownership mindset and follow-through
- Highly organized and process-driven
- Proactive problem-solver
- Clear and confident communicator
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, service-based environment
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to Owner(s)
- Oversees Dispatcher
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $32