Maintenance Shop Manager
Portland, Oregon
Saia isn’t logistics as usual. We’re a different kind of company. We pride ourselves on doing the right thing. Join us and discover all of the ways we stand out. It’s everything from skills-building and advancement opportunities to great benefits and 100 years of stability. So, while you’re keeping our equipment well-maintained with modern technology and diagnostics tools, we’ll deliver the hours you expect and the support you need to succeed. That’s what going further is all about.
Success Profile
What makes a great Maintenance Shop Manager at Saia? Take a look and see how you match up.
- Responsible
- Problem-solver
- Detail-oriented
- Tech-savvy
- Resourceful
- Quick Thinking
The Core Values That Drive Us
These define our culture and shape the work we do. Our mission is to safely drive our customers’ success with custom solutions built on the three pillars of our service-focused values: people, purpose and performance.
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Customer first
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Safety
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taking care of each other
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dignity and respect
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do the right thing
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community
Ready To Go Further?
Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.
Position Summary
Manages maintenance mechanics and shop workers. Facilitates the maintenance and repair of equipment, oversees administrative activities, and directs general shop operations.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities
- Supervises maintenance shop staff across various shifts.
- Interviews candidates, trains new hires, and provides coaching and counseling to employees.
- Assists in setting shop goals for maintenance and safety programs.
- Oversees the management of parts, tires, and supply inventories.
- Instructs technicians on the proper use of diagnostic tools and computer software to assist in troubleshooting equipment.
- Ensures technicians use proper preventative maintenance and repair practices on equipment.
- Manages approvals and payment processing for internal and external orders.
- Communicates with terminal management to maximize regional equipment availability.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of equipment maintenance experience, including 3+ years of management experience.
- Factory training and certification in engine diagnostic software.
- Knowledge of TMW transportation software.
Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.
Make Your Move
At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.
Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Take Your Career Further
Stay right here and discover all the ways you can go further. A mechanic job opens up multiple opportunities to expand your skills and move your career forward. You can add to your functional expertise, gain valuable industry knowledge, become a mentor to junior team members or lead a team. When you join fleet maintenance, you’ll do more than make things work for our customers and communities. You’ll get to build skills that make things work for you.
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Mechanic
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Lead Mechanic
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Shop Manager
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Regional Maintenance Manager
Benefits
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Health Benefits
Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage at reduced rates – not to mention 100% free medical premiums after 10 years with Saia.
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Physical Wellness
A comprehensive program focused on preventive care, early detection of conditions, condition management and One Pass gym memberships through our partners including United Healthcare, Teladoc and Livongo.
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Protection
Company-paid coverage (disability, life) as well as low-cost supplemental coverage (life, critical illness, accident, etc.) and other programs like the Employee Disaster Relief Program.
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Flexibility
Company policies and programs that support flexibility, such as weekly pay and paid time-off, including but not limited to vacation, sick days and holidays.
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Financial Well-being
Competitive pay, company match on our 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement programs with immediate vesting, employee stock purchase program, flexible spending accounts, legal insurance, financial planning and more.
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Perks
Uniform allowance, job referral bonuses, safety awards, anniversary program, Driver Academy, scholarship program, overtime when you want it and more.
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Emotional Wellness
Company programs that provide support include our employee assistance program and behavioral health coverage through our medical plan.
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Corporate Responsibility
Check out our latest Corporate Responsibility Report to learn more about our commitment to the environment, those with whom we work, and the communities that sustain us.
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Our History
It's been a long and exciting road. We look forward to driving business as a company and community partner for another 100 years.
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