What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Operations Project & Network Coordinator position at The COATS Company?
The Service Operations Project & Network Coordinator is responsible for end-to-end project management of consultative and complex equipment installations across the Coats direct service technician network and third-party independent installer network in the US. This role serves as the central coordination hub among customers, factory operations, field technicians, and internal stakeholders — ensuring installations and repairs are executed on time, on budget, and to the highest standard of customer satisfaction. The coordinator also plays a key role in growing and managing the national third-party installer network, maintaining dispatch system integrity, and supporting broader service network performance.
I. Project Management – Consultative & Complex Equipment Installation
Scope of Equipment:
Education & Experience:
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I. Project Management – Consultative & Complex Equipment Installation
Scope of Equipment:
- Vehicle lifts
- Air compressors
- Wheel alignment systems
- Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) systems
- Own the installation lifecycle from order acknowledgement through final customer satisfaction follow-up
- Coordinate with internal and external factory partners to confirm equipment availability, production timelines, and delivery scheduling
- Schedule and coordinate pre-installation site inspection appointments between the Coats service technician or third-party installer and the end customer (repair facility)
- Enter work orders for pre-installation site inspections within the dispatch system to capture pertinent installation parameters and quote inputs
- Develop accurate customer installation quotes based on site inspection findings; submit for internal approval and secure customer sign-off
- Input and manage installation work orders in the dispatch system upon customer approval
- Coordinate equipment delivery logistics with the assigned installer to ensure readiness on the scheduled installation date
- Invoice customers upon installation completion; reconcile any billing discrepancies
- Conduct post-installation follow-up with end customers (repair facilities) to confirm satisfaction and address any outstanding concerns
- Actively monitor open installation and repair statuses; intervene proactively to resolve delays and expedite service timelines
- Maintain consistent, transparent communication with end customers throughout the installation process, providing timely status updates
- Identify, escalate, and resolve installation-related issues and customer concerns as they arise
- Build and cultivate productive working relationships with existing and prospective third-party independent installers in support of the Equipment Business Development Executive and the build-out of a national installer network
- Manage and enforce contract and service agreements with third-party installers, ensuring compliance with Coats standards, quality expectations, and service-level commitments
- Administer warranty claims for outside-supplied products; work directly with vendors to process labor and parts warranty credits accurately and efficiently
- Evaluate installer performance and provide feedback to support continuous improvement and network quality standards
- Identify geographic coverage gaps in the installer network and support targeted recruitment of qualified independents to fill those gaps
- Maintain an up-to-date directory of network installers, including certifications, coverage areas, and service capabilities
- Provide technical and administrative support to both the third-party independent installer network and the direct Coats Service Technician Network
- Create, track, and close Customer Support Requests (CSRs); ensure timely resolution and accurate documentation
- Collaborate with the Technical Support & Training Manager to update and maintain service and parts manuals, ensuring accuracy and currency
- Track and report service network performance metrics for the national Coats Service Network on a regular cadence
- Monitor and report service performance for customer-specific accounts, identifying trends and escalation opportunities
- Work cross-functionally with the engineering team to develop and distribute Technical Support Bulletins (TSBs) covering equipment changes, service instructions, and part number updates to field service teams
- Support the Technical Support & Training Manager with administrative coordination of training classes, including travel arrangements, meal logistics, materials preparation, and attendee communication
- Assist in onboarding new field technicians and third-party installers by coordinating access to training, documentation, and dispatch systems
- Maintain and update CoatsCare rate tables within the dispatch system to ensure accurate billing and work order processing
- Maintain warranty rate tables for all product lines including lifts, compressors, alignment systems, and digital vehicle inspection equipment
- Audit dispatch system data periodically for accuracy; identify and correct discrepancies in rate tables, work order templates, and installer records
- Collaborate with IT and operations leadership on system enhancements, user access, and dispatch workflow improvements
- Lead or support service-related project management for National Account customers, coordinating cross-functional teams as needed
- Conduct ongoing benchmarking of competitor installation charges, processes, and network structures; present findings to leadership to inform pricing and strategy
- Assist in developing and refining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for installation and service workflows
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the service operations function
- Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Service Operations Manager
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
- 3 years of experience in project management, service operations, or field service coordination — preferably within the automotive equipment, industrial equipment, or mechanical services industry
- Prior experience coordinating installer or contractor networks is strongly preferred
- Experience with dispatch or field service management systems (e.g., ServiceMax, FieldAware, SAP, or similar)
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent installations at various stages of the lifecycle
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — able to work effectively with field technicians, independent contractors, factory teams, and end customers
- High degree of organizational discipline; adept at tracking details, deadlines, and follow-through across complex workflows
- Customer-first mindset with a proven ability to de-escalate issues and drive resolution
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with CRM or ERP systems a plus
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, service bulletins, and equipment specifications
- Primarily office-based; occasional travel to customer sites, installer locations, or Coats facilities may be required (estimated 10–20%)
- Extended periods of computer and phone-based work
- Ability to work across time zones to support a national service network
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