HVAC Service Department Manager

4 weeks ago


Durham, North Carolina, United States Bernhard LLC Full time
About Us

Bernhard is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions with over 100 years of experience. We are committed to leveraging emerging technologies to stay at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.

We believe in growth for our people, offering opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. Our team members are encouraged to innovate and solve problems creatively to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.

Inclusion is at the heart of our culture, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued.

Job Summary

The Service Manager is responsible for all field labor, materials, profit, loss, project performance, and safety. This role manages all field labor, subcontractors, and vendors in collaboration with the Services business unit.

Key Responsibilities
  • Meet or exceed all financial expectations, budgets, and goals, monitoring pricing and reviewing cost data with the Business Unit Manager.
  • Monitor and maintain the cash position of the business unit, resolving dollar disputes between estimates and the company's actual cost.
  • Build and sustain customer relationships to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
  • Manage dispatch procedures and effective communications with field staff resources.
  • Manage all field labor, including development of service teams and roles and responsibilities.
  • Coordinate with the Business Unit Manager regarding hiring and termination of technicians, conducting performance reviews, recommending salary changes, resolving personnel issues, and developing talent within the business unit.
  • Initiate technician labor productivity improvements in partnership with the Field Supervisor to ensure quality of work to the company's standards and project requirements.
  • Estimate service repair and replacement projects.
  • Promote and be accountable for all aspects of Safety and Risk Management, including ensuring proper oversight of the Notice to Proceed, Signed Contracts, Contract Change Orders, Certificate of Insurance, and Bonds.
  • Assist the Field Supervisor in regulating quality control on Service jobs.
  • Ensure employee morale and retention are kept at a high level.
  • Maintain inventory and tool procurement for all service vehicles.
  • Maintain a continuing education program for Service field personnel.
  • Perform Services' orientation for new hires.
  • Conduct project kick-off meetings to coordinate small jobs with Management.
  • Coordinate subs and vendors as related to Service jobs.
  • Assist in the development of software and technology tools (Estimation and hand-held devices).
  • Participate in staff meetings with the Business Unit Manager, addressing management issues, training, safety, and productivity improvements.

This is a Full-Time, Exempt position that reports to the Business Unit Manager.

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

  • 5+ years' experience in the service business.
  • NFPA 70 certification.
  • Organized and self-motivated, with the ability to lead a team of technicians.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
  • Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline.

Travel Requirements:

20% of time will be spent traveling to job site/office location.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Bernhard is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the E-Verify program.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.



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