What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Manager position at Rush Enterprises?
The Body Shop Manager directs body shop activities personally or through subordinate staff.
Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.
Responsibilities:
- Recruit, hire, and motivate qualified body and paint technicians.
- Prepare weekly payroll and submit to corporate in a timely manner.
- Close and invoice all final invoices before vehicle leaves; final bill/final supplement to insurance company.
- Maintain and foster vendor relationships.
- Maintain and monitor gross profits from vendors.
- Approve all sublet/outside vendor invoices.
- Mentor and grow body shop technicians.
- Prepare estimates on costs and time required for bodywork.
- Perform quality checks on completed jobs.
Benefits:
- We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long-term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Two years’ experience in dealership body shop and body shop technician supervision.
- Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.