Shop Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Shop Manager – Lead Fleet Maintenance and Operations for Premier Roadway Construction

Job Overview

• Company: Florence Cement Company.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $80,000 – $110,000 annually.

• Location: Metropolitan Detroit Area.

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.

The Opportunity

You will serve as a critical operational leader, driving the maintenance and readiness of a diverse fleet of heavy equipment and automotive assets. This role allows you to lead a dedicated mechanical team while ensuring the technical infrastructure of a third-generation family business remains at peak performance. You will have the autonomy to manage shop workflows and the support of a leadership team that values long-term professional growth.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Supervise and mentor shop mechanics and support personnel to ensure high-quality repair delivery.

• Execute daily and weekly work plans to maintain strict project timelines and equipment availability.

• Oversee the diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of complex automotive and heavy equipment systems.

• Manage inventory and procurement of parts and materials to prevent project delays or logistical issues.

• Maintain accurate documentation of work orders, timecards, and safety reports to ensure transparency.

• Coordinate complex repair timelines with field superintendents to support large-scale roadway installations.

• Enforce strict safety protocols and shop standards to maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free environment.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

• Proven leadership experience specifically within a shop or mechanical environment.

• Strong ability to diagnose and troubleshoot automotive and heavy equipment issues.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical documentation and shop management systems.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills necessary for managing team dynamics.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Completion of technical or trade school program or equivalent technical training.

• Advanced knowledge of repair techniques and specialized heavy equipment maintenance.

• Demonstrated experience in mentorship or training junior mechanics in a shop environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with discretionary performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company contribution.

• Paid time off including holidays and vacation leave.

About Us

Florence Cement Company has been a trusted leader in roadway construction and repair for over 60 years. We foster a supportive environment where careers are built for the long term through dedicated mentorship and ongoing training.

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Florence Cement Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.