Shop Manager

Job ID:  500558

American Rock Products., a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion.  We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies.  For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services.   We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation. 

What You’ll Do

Join our team as the Shop Manager and play a pivotal role in steering the operations of our five bustling shops located in Yakima, Wenatchee, Sunnyside, and Ephrata. You will be at the forefront, providing strategic guidance and leadership to our dedicated mechanics, preventative maintenance staff, and shop leads. Your mission will be to oversee the seamless maintenance and repair of both mobile and stationary equipment, ensuring efficiency and adherence to cost controls and budgets.

We are on the lookout for a candidate who not only possesses a robust background in diesel/heavy equipment maintenance but also brings to the table exceptional people skills. The ability to navigate and lead a diverse range of personalities is crucial in this role. While supervisory experience is a plus, it is not a prerequisite. We value strong leadership capabilities and the talent to manage personnel effectively. We’re on a journey to develop sustainable solutions that build, connect, and improve our world. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow with an industry leader, come on this journey with us and apply today!

Location: This is an in-person position, with a preference to be based out of our Yakima location. Other locations may be an option based on availability and candidate preference. This position will require local travel to Yakima, Wenatchee, Sunnyside, and Ephrata as needed, and could include 10 – 25% overnight travel in the area.

What You Can Do

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Minimum Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance, leadership, motivation and support to a diverse group of individuals by setting an example.
• Background in truck/heavy construction equipment maintenance.
• Safety-minded individual who demonstrates the ability to champion all safety initiatives.
• The ability to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Database software.  
• A valid driver’s license, current authorization to work in the United States, and pass pre-employment controlled-substance testing.

Work Requirements:

• This position has been identified by the employer as safety sensitive and will be subject to an employer-required pre-employment drug screening that includes testing for nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites.
• This position is not eligible for current or future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual Base Salary $85,000 - $95,000/ year DOE
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Vacation Policy
• Company Provided Vehicle or Monthly Vehicle Allowance
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Annual Bonus Potential
• Monthly Vehicle Allowance or Company Provided Vehicle
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Family Leave
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Engage in and ensure effective safety culture is in place throughout shop departments with an overall goal of zero incidents and in accordance with company policy.
• Supervision of all shop personnel, including the parts department, equipment cost accounting, and shop administration.
• Administration of work request / work orders of all mobile equipment in a proper, timely, safe, and economical manner. Monitor and record fleet availability and fleet utilization.
• Coordinate with all field personnel and management regarding required equipment maintenance.
• Manage the purchasing system for all equipment, including lubricants, fuel, tires, repair parts, and subcontract repair.
• Manage repair decisions on items which may be subcontracted and communicated with Regional Equipment Manager.
• Manage inventories, including monitoring for leaks in fuel tanks.
• Manage proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes.
• Manage loss control system for all mobile equipment owned by the holding company to prevent loss or theft.  Monitor all mobile equipment for accountability on a temporary assignment or on a permanent transfer.
• Partner with Reginal Equipment Manager to solicit bids and data and make recommendations to management on purchasing decisions.
• Make recommendations to management on timing of equipment replacements based on age, operating costs, and/or utilization.
• Facilitate and manage Capital Expenditure process in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with Regional/Divisional Capital processes.
• Become familiar with new and used equipment markets to make recommendations to management on purchase and disposal of major equipment.
• Manage computerized record-keeping systems (CMMS) to monitor pertinent maintenance data to aid in determining the most cost-effective trucks, engines, components, tires, or other key repair materials.
• Assure implementation of company employment policies and manage appropriate labor contracts.
• Coordinate, monitor, and approve all purchases per company standards and expectations.
• Organize and implement shop safety meetings and training.
• Train others to this level of expertise.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here 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.

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

American Rock Products, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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