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Director of Mechanical Services
Why Join Us?
At Bauer Built, we’ve been rooted in the Midwest for generations, providing a level of service to our customers that is the best, then striving to make it better. Our 80+ years of success is built on a foundation of hard work, integrity, and a dedication to doing what’s right.
When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you are a part of a close-knit group that values your contributions and supports your growth. If you’re looking for a place where your skills make a difference and you can build a rewarding career, Bauer Built offers the opportunity to grow alongside a company that’s built to last.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and execute tactical plans to achieve mechanical services growth objectives.
- Provide regular progress updates to leadership and identify barriers or opportunities for improvement.
- Evaluate current mechanical service capabilities and partner with training teams to identify development needs across locations.
- Recommend resource deployment strategies to strengthen operational performance.
- Collaborate with the Fleet Maintenance Manager to standardize service offerings and ensure alignment with customer demand and gross profit goals.
- Partner with Sales and store leadership to identify new market opportunities and develop mechanical-service-specific sales strategies.
- Serve as the liaison between corporate teams and store locations to support implementation and expansion of mechanical services.
- Establish and manage implementation timelines while addressing operational concerns and removing barriers.
- Oversee the mechanical services operating plan to meet or exceed sales and gross profit targets.
- Develop sound business projections and adjust plans based on changing market conditions.
- Build strong internal partnerships to ensure coordinated execution across departments and locations.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing for parts and tools, and communicate vendor updates to store teams.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support business objectives.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Strong working knowledge of truck and trailer mechanical systems, with the ability and willingness to expand technical expertise as needed.
- Experience establishing and growing a mechanical services business preferred.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to set goals and execute strategic action plans.
- Results-driven mindset with strong personal accountability.
- Proven ability to influence others and gain buy-in for change initiatives.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive progress in evolving business environments.
- Willingness to travel up to 50% to support store locations.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary.
- 401K Plan (100% company match up to 7%)
- Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days.
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Holidays, eligible Day 1
- Short-term Disability
- Professional development and learning opportunities.
Easily Apply
Apply online at www.bauerbuilt.com or stop in at our location for an application
About Us
Founded in 1944 and headquartered in Durand, Wisconsin, Bauer Built, Inc. is a leader in distribution and service of tires for the commercial, passenger and off-road markets. Over the last 80+ years, we’ve grown from a small oil delivery company to a Midwestern powerhouse provider for commercial trucks tires and service, operating in service centers and manufacturing plants across ten states in the Midwest.
Bauer Built is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 10+ years relevant experience
- Strong working knowledge of truck and trailer mechanical systems
- Experience establishing and growing a mechanical services business
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with ability to set goals and execute strategic plans
- Results-driven mindset with strong personal accountability
- Proven ability to influence others and gain buy-in for change initiatives
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive progress in evolving business environments
- Willingness to travel up to 50% to support store locations
What We Do
Founded in 1944, Bauer Built Inc. is a leading commercial tire dealer and retread manufacturer in the United States. The company provides new and retread tires, rims, and tubes for commercial truck, agricultural, and industrial vehicles, alongside mechanical services. It operates numerous tire centers and manufacturing plants across the Midwest, serving commercial fleets and retail customers to keep them safely on the road.
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