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Shop Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60623, USA
Listing for: Yellowstone Landscape
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Management
  • Transportation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Shop Manager (Equipment and Fleet).  In this role, you will oversee fleet maintenance, equipment repair, and shop operations to ensure optimal performance and support for branch activities.  Shop Managers drive continuous improvement in shop operations and contribute to strategic planning.

Yellowstone Landscape is dedicated to excellence in commercial landscaping. As the largest privately-owned commercial landscaping company in the nation, we offer exciting career opportunities for Landscape Professionals across the United States. To learn more, please visit our website:  You'll Do:

Operate safely and ensure the shop is maintained in a clean, orderly manner

Supervise and ensure documentation of maintenance and repair of all equipment and fleet, including trucks, trailers, tractors, small engines, and, if applicable, snow equipment Quality control on repairs to the fleet and equipment

Schedule preventative maintenance to the fleet and equipment and communicate preventative maintenance schedule to managers

Maintain/update software on vehicles or repairs

Maintain a working parts and supply inventory, including oils, fluids, tools, and parts.

Maintain contacts with vendors and qualify new vendors that may be added

Cost and analysis on fleet and equipment repairs; managing the shop's budget, maintaining compliance with monthly targets

Assist the Branch Manager in procurement of budget line item and equipment

Communicate effectively with vendors, managers, crew leaders, and internal teams

If in a snow market: dispatch emergency service calls during snow operations; ensure equipment reliability before and during storms

What We're Looking For:

A professional with a minimum of 5+ years repair experience with mowers, small engines, 2 cycle equipment, utility vehicles trucks, trailers, and, if applicable, snow equipment.

Must possess a strong mechanical skillset including knowledge of basic electrical systems, hydraulic systems, mower technology and engines, both gasoline and diesel

Intermediate automotive repair experience

A team player with good communication abilities: must be adept at fostering communication between branch management, account management and crew leaders

Strong organization skills-strength in record keeping, shop cleanliness, inventory and parts ordering, desire to stay proactive and not reactive as it applies to preventative maintenance and repairs

Must have own tools

High school diploma with additional technical certifications is a plus Intermediate computer skills, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record

Ability to life 30-50 pounds Prior shop management experience preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Why Join Yellowstone?

Competitive pay; paid weekly

Full group benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, paid time off and holiday pay Aggressive incentive plan Industry leading safety programs

Company provided work shirts and safety gear Equipped with optimal and most professional equipment

High profile customers, worksites and landscape results

Opportunity to advance within one of the industry’s fastest growing companies

A company that values and appreciates YOUBecome part of the team dedicated to Excellence in Commercial Landscaping!
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