What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Service Manager position at Vander Haag's Inc.?
Vander Haag’s is looking for a Diesel Shop Foreman / Service Manager to lead our 14-bay diesel repair shop at our Des Moines, IA, location.
This role is ideal for a Lead Technician or Shop Foreman who is ready to step into shop leadership while still staying connected to the day-to-day operation of the shop. You will lead a strong team of technicians and fabricators, manage workflow in a busy diesel service operation, and work alongside the General Manager to continue growing our service business in the Des Moines metro area.
About the Shop
- 14 bay diesel repair facility
- Team of 6 - 8 Diesel Technicians, 2 - 3 Fabricators, and 1 Service Assistant
- Estbalished customer base of repair shops, fleets, and owner-operators
- Monday - Friday schedule, no nights, no weekends, and no on-call hours
What You'll Do
- Lead and support a team of diesel technicians and fabricators
- Schedule and manage workflow across a 14-bay service shop
- Communicate repair estimates, approvals, and updates with customers
- Monitor shop productivity and maintain high quality standards
- Work with the General Manager to grow service business in the Des Moines region
- Prospect potential customers in the Des Moines metro area via phone, email, text, and in person visits
- Maintain a safe, organized, and professional shop environment
- Help recruit, train, and develop service technicians
What We're Looking For
- Prior experience in heavy duty diesel repair
- Leadership experience as a Shop Foreman, Lead Technician, or Service Manager is preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to lead technicians while keeping the shop productive and efficient
- Someone who takes pride in running a clean, professional shop, and building a strong team culture
- Someone with strong aptitude for sales, customer service, is personable, and able to quickly foster strong relationships with customers.
Compensation:
- This position pays a base salary bonus potential. Base salary will be dependent upon experience and qualifications
- Total compensation (base bonus) will range from $95,000 to $110,000/year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Company perks including Chiefs & Royals tickets and more
Why Vander Haag's, Inc.?
Vander Haag’s has been serving the diesel industry for more than 80 years and remains a family-owned company built on hard work, strong teams, and long-term relationships. Many of our team members have built careers with us lasting 10, 20, even 30 years. If you're ready to take the next step in your diesel career and lead a strong shop team, we would like to talk with you.
Salary : $95,000 - $110,000