Dead River Company delivers energy and peace of mind to customers throughout Northern New England and New York with over 1,500 employees and a commitment to our core values of integrity, caring, and excellence. We’re looking for a Propane Service Foreman to join our Scarborough team. The Propane Service Foreman supervises and participates in the installation and repair of propane heating equipment to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction while ensuring an efficient and profitable operation.
Essential Functions:
•Assumes responsibility for the overall performance and management of service technicians. Assures that work assignments are completed correctly and efficiently.
•Assures proper training and development of technicians in the service department to provide quality service to customers and retain a skilled, productive workforce.
•Keeps abreast of technological improvements and/or changes relating to the petroleum equipment industry through training seminars and communication with manufacturers and vendors.
•Strives for a high level of productivity through quality control (eliminating callbacks) and by the timeliness of completed work projects.
•Inspects the work of service technicians for quality control purposes and provides guidance and performance feedback as necessary. May be asked to maintain written performance documentation on technicians.
•Reconciles customer complaints and ensures proper resolution.
•Assumes responsibility, as needed, for the maintenance of service department vehicles. Ensures that service technicians maintain vehicle cleanliness and inventory according to company guidelines.
•Provides cost estimates for internal parts and labor on equipment installations when requested.
•Sets an example of a high standard of corporate image. Works to develop a sense of teamwork among all technicians.
Experience:
Two or more years of propane experience is required. Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
Other Attributes Required:
•Leadership skills and a desire to lead and train
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills
•Focused on customer service
•Technical, mechanical and analytical (troubleshooting) skills
•Ability to work independently and in a dynamic environment
•Delegation and follow-up skills with an emphasis on quality control
Certification and Testing:
•Propane technician license and applicable propane CETP certification is required.
•All technicians must be able to pass a pre-employment
•All technicians must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ license. Background checks will performed to obtain driving This will be reviewed before employment, and annually thereafter, and must meet company standards.
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred* DL Drivers License