About the Role
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, Michigan, United States of America Job Description
Posted Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM SUMMARY The Head Mechanic/Shop Manager is responsible for combining their mechanical expertise with their managerial responsibilities. This position will oversee daily shop operations, manage staff, and ensure quality repairs. This role will diagnose, repair, and overhaul vehicles and equipment, while also leading the team, managing inventory, ensuring safety, maintaining accurate records and financial budget aspects of the shop.
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Expertise: Diagnose, repair, and overhaul a variety of automotive systems (mechanical, electrical, etc.).
Team Leadership: Supervise and train mechanics, manage schedules, and ensure efficient workflow. Direct workload of mechanics, ensuring they complete work orders efficiently and safely.
Safety and Compliance: Ensures the shop and employees adheres to safety regulations and industry standards and conducts training on new equipment operation.
Shop Operations: Oversee daily operations, including scheduling of staff and repairs, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Record Keeping: Maintains accurate records of repairs, maintenance schedules, and associated costs.
Inventory Management: Order parts and supplies, track inventory levels, and manage costs.
Vendor Relations: Selecting vendors and negotiating prices for parts and services.
Collaboration and Customer Relations: Interact with department contacts, address concerns, ensure smooth operations, efficient maintenance and customer satisfaction.
Budget and Financial Management: Tracks expenses and inventories for budget purposes. Analyze financial data, make informed decisions to improve profitability, and manage budgets in relationship to overtime, parts pricing, time to repairs and expected and unexpected costs.
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