Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager Direct-Hire Opportunity | $100,000$120,000 AnnuallyDenver, CO | On-SiteWe are seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead a fast-paced diesel maintenance and fleet operation. This position is ideal for a hands-on maintenance leader who can manage technicians, improve workshop productivity, control operating costs, and maintain high standards for safety, quality, and customer service.The Workshop Manager will oversee the daily performance of the workshop, yard, equipment, and maintenance team. This position includes responsibility for personnel management, maintenance planning, operational reporting, budgeting, and the financial performance of the location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the workshop team in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance and repair services.
• Manage daily workflow, including equipment turnaround times, technician productivity, preventive maintenance, repairs, breakdowns, and new work requirements.
• Assign and prioritize work based on operational needs, customer commitments, equipment availability, and technician capabilities.
• Oversee diesel equipment inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, repairs, cleaning, and maintenance planning.
• Review completed work orders to confirm that labor, parts, repair descriptions, and related costs are accurately documented.
• Manage technician schedules, shift coverage, overtime, attendance, and staffing levels.
• Monitor workshop KPIs, service-level expectations, budgets, and productivity goals.
• Maintain responsibility for the locations financial performance, including P&L management, cost control, budgeting, and expense authorization.
• Review and approve expenses involving parts, subcontractors, warranty repairs, and overtime.
• Ensure the workshop floor and yard remain clean, organized, safe, and compliant with established operational standards.
• Enforce safety procedures and conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and performance reviews.
• Coach, train, and develop technicians while identifying opportunities for additional technical training.
• Address employee performance, attendance, and conduct issues in partnership with Human Resources.
• Recruit, onboard, and train new workshop employees.
• Coordinate local projects, facility upgrades, equipment installations, and infrastructure improvements.
• Work with vendors, contractors, customers, and internal departments to complete projects without disrupting operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, inspection, and financial records.
• Use ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications to manage work orders, reporting, costs, and administrative responsibilities.
• Provide workshop performance, financial, and operational updates to senior leadership.
• Support fleet maintenance planning and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• At least five years of hands-on diesel maintenance experience.
• At least three to five years of leadership or management experience within a workshop, fleet, heavy-equipment, diesel-maintenance, or similar operational environment.
• Experience managing diesel technicians, maintenance schedules, repairs, and workshop productivity.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, diesel trucks, fleet maintenance, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, costs, KPIs, and operational performance.
• Proven ability to coach employees, manage performance, and develop a strong maintenance team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and other business systems.
• Experience using an ERP or maintenance-management system.
• Ability to manage confidential employee and business information.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-moving operation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport-issued airside badge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining ground support equipment, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, or aviation-related fleets.
• Previous experience as a Workshop Manager, Fleet Maintenance Manager, Diesel Maintenance Manager, GSE Manager, or similar maintenance leader.
• Experience working in an airport, airline, ground-handling, transportation, or fleet-service environment.
• Familiarity with SAP or a comparable ERP system.
• Experience managing warranty claims and chargeable repair authorization.
• Bachelors degree in business, operations, engineering, or a related field. A degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience overseeing facility projects, vendor relationships, or equipment installations.
• Knowledge of electric vehicle or electric ground-support equipment maintenance is beneficial.

Work Environment This is a fully on-site leadership position involving regular movement between the workshop, yard, equipment areas, and office. The Workshop Manager will actively supervise technicians, inspect equipment, interact with customers and vendors, and complete administrative work using computer-based systems.The position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching, with occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. The work environment may include exposure to industrial noise, moving equipment, outdoor weather conditions, and active airside operations. Required personal protective equipment will be provided. Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary: $100,000$120,000, based on relevant experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility after 30 days
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• Paid sick leave
• Company-provided personal protective equipment
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Very strong benefits for a fast moving company Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.