Field supervisor is accountable for the dispatch, efficiency and discipline of all field technicians assigned to them. They must possess a deep knowledge of construction equipment repair processes and dispatch organizational skills. Customer relations and customer satisfaction are also key ingredients of the job.  

The Field Service Supervisor is responsible for all field service activity in his territory . Responsibilities include the following.

• Exemplify our Corporate Values of Integrity, Customer Focus, Accountability and Teamwork
• Provide leadership and direction as required to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction, employee engagement and profitability
• Conduct regular meetings to coordinate activities, provide guidance, gather information and communicate company strategy
• Manage work-flow and scheduling to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction and shop efficiency
• Manage service, repair and reconditioning of machines and components in the field.
• Manage field service customer communications
• Manage the work order process from opening jobs through job invoicing
• Develop quotes for complex jobs and quote approvals
• Consistently enforce work rules and company policies
• Effectively manage all Work In Progress (WIP)
• Conduct semi-annual performance reviews for all direct reports
• Ensure operations conform to industry and company performance metrics and benchmarks
• Occasionally participate in sales calls with Sales Reps.
• Perform all safety inspections on field vehicles and current employee safety programs.
   
  

• 5 years experience as a service technician in the heavy equipment field or related fields, military, or diesel technology trade degree
• Minimum of at least two years demonstrated previous management and/or leadership experience
• Advanced user of all Microsoft Office products to include Excel
• Working knowledge of Caterpillar programs, DBSi, SIMS 2 and PSEL a plus
• Working knowledge of DSI dispatch system a plus 
• Ability to understand, interpret and leverage performance metrics related to efficiency, productivity, profitability, safety, market share, resource deployment and general operations
• Exceptional communication, management, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of MSHA, OSHA and EPA regulations as they relate to the industry

This position works in an office environment and in service shop environment. May, on a continuous basis, sit at a desk for a long period of time; answer telephone calls, write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. May on a continuous basis be on shop floor supporting service operations. Must be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields, safety boots, gloves) when needed. Noise level in the shop environment is usually moderate to high and the noise level in the office environment is usually low. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Occasional local travel may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Why Work for Altorfer? 

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.