Ford Commercial Vehicle Center Manager

McCandless Ford is seeking an experienced motivated Commercial Vehicle Center Manager to lead our growing Ford Commercial Vehicle Center.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a brand-new 16-bay commercial truck facility designed to service everything from Ford F-250 pickups to medium-duty and over-the-road commercial trucks.

Weve made a significant investment in our facilities heavy-duty equipment lifts and tooling. Now were looking for the right leader to build an elite team create a culture of accountability and excellence and continue expanding one of the regions premier commercial service operations.

Our Commercial Vehicle Center exists for one purpose: keeping our customers businesses moving. Every hour a commercial vehicle is down impacts a customers livelihood. The successful candidate understands the importance of minimizing downtime communicating proactively and delivering exceptional service that keeps fleet customers on the road.

If youre passionate about leadership commercial truck service developing technicians and growing a business wed like to meet you.

• Brand-new Ford Commercial Vehicle Center
• 16 fully equipped service bays
• Heavy-duty lifts and specialized commercial tooling
• Services Ford Super Duty trucks chassis cabs fleet vehicles medium-duty trucks and over-the-road commercial vehicles
• Opportunity to build and lead a team of 810 commercial technicians
• Strong support from ownership and the Fixed Operations Director
• Continued investment in equipment technology and employee development

As the Commercial Vehicle Center Manager youll be responsible for the overall performance of the department while delivering exceptional customer service maximizing technician productivity developing employees and achieving financial success.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead coach mentor and develop Commercial Service Advisors Shop Foreman and Technicians.
• Recruit hire and build a high-performing commercial technician team.
• Create a culture focused on accountability teamwork safety and continuous improvement.
• Drive technician productivity proficiency efficiency and labor sales.
• Monitor departmental financial performance and achieve established goals.
• Forecast departmental objectives and execute plans to exceed them.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial fleet municipal and business customers.
• Work directly with Fleet Managers to develop service strategies that maximize vehicle uptime minimize downtime and keep their fleets operating safely and efficiently.
• Communicate proactively with Fleet Managers regarding repair status maintenance planning repair recommendations and scheduling to ensure their vehicles stay on the road.
• Ensure repairs are completed accurately efficiently and according to Ford quality standards.
• Minimize comebacks through quality control technician coaching and process improvement.
• Oversee warranty administration and ensure compliance with Ford warranty and policy procedures.
• Monitor technician productivity payroll efficiency and departmental performance metrics.
• Partner closely with the Parts Department to improve repair cycle times and maximize parts availability.
• Maintain accurate reporting systems required by dealership leadership and Ford Motor Company.
• Ensure proper care storage and inventory of heavy-duty equipment and specialty tools.
• Recommend new equipment and process improvements that increase efficiency and profitability.
• Maintain a clean organized and OSHA-compliant work environment.
• Develop relationships with local technical schools and diesel training programs to recruit future technicians.
• Handle escalated customer concerns professionally while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Follow up on all customer concerns and negative reviews promptly to preserve customer loyalty.
• Partner with the Fixed Operations Director to execute long-term growth strategies for the Commercial Vehicle Center.
• Foster teamwork throughout the dealership and maintain strong working relationships with all departments.

• Leads by example.
• Holds themselves and others accountable.
• Enjoys coaching and developing employees.
• Understands the urgency of commercial fleet operations.
• Thrives in a fast-paced commercial service environment.
• Builds trust with customers Fleet Managers technicians and coworkers.
• Is highly organized and process-driven.
• Can balance customer satisfaction with operational profitability.
• Brings professionalism integrity and positive leadership every day.

• 3 years of automotive or commercial truck service management experience preferred.
• Ford dealership and/or commercial vehicle experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership coaching and employee development skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Experience with dealership management systems (DMS).
• Ability to analyze department KPIs financial reports technician productivity and profitability.
• Knowledge of Ford warranty procedures and commercial repair operations preferred.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety.
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
• Bachelors degree is a plus but not required.

This isnt simply another service management position.

Its an opportunity to build one of the regions premier Ford Commercial Vehicle Centers from the ground up.

Youll have the opportunity to:

• Lead a state-of-the-art 16-bay commercial truck facility.
• Build and develop your own team of 810 commercial technicians.
• Manage a shop equipped with heavy-duty lifts commercial-grade tooling and modern equipment.
• Work directly with commercial businesses municipalities contractors and fleet customers whose success depends on keeping their vehicles working.
• Partner with Fleet Managers to create maintenance strategies that maximize uptime and reduce operating costs.
• Work alongside dealership leadership that continues to invest in facilities equipment technology and people.
• Play a major role in expanding one of the fastest-growing areas of our dealership.

If youre ready to build something exceptional develop an outstanding team and make a lasting impact on our commercial customers and our dealership wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and help lead the future of commercial truck service at McCandless Ford.

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