Shop Supervisor

See yourself at Odyssey. 
 
Join the team as our new Shop Supervisor!

 
Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring 
 
Odyssey Alaska, a division of Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (“Odyssey”), is your trusted and reliable transportation and logistics company, providing a wide range of ocean freight consolidating and freight forwarding, trucking, project logistics and warehousing-distribution services. Our diverse customer base ships a wide variety of products across a variety of modes. AFF operates food grade facilities (FSMA compliant and AIB approved) in dry, hazmat and 100% true temperature protected settings to fit your shipping requirements.

 
Based in Vibrant Anchorage, AK, Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us! 
 

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers 

 
About the Job: 

As a Shop Supervisor, your primary role is to manage the day-to-day operations of the shop. This includes supervising staff, assigning duties, and ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. This position manage a team of technicians, ensuring that all equipment is serviced, maintained, and repaired in accordance with safety regulations and manufacturer guidelines. Your leadership will be key in fostering a positive work environment, training, and developing team members, and ensuring the safety of employees.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• Shift hours 7:00am – 5:00pm
• Weekend work and/or overtime may be required.          

In This Role, You Will: 

• Manage a team of equipment maintenance technicians, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Plans the work and determines the techniques to be used to accomplish the duties daily.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and professionalism among maintenance staff.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, ensuring efficient and effective maintenance practices.
• Manage and assign tasks, and personnel, to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Ensures adherence to OSHA, DOT and AST regulations and Company safety policies within the department.
• Conducts Annual Performance Evaluations and merit increase requests for staff
• Sets the labor schedules and tracks labor hours and staff needed to accomplish the workload on a daily basis.
• Completes onboarding process with new hires and provides them with job duty training.
• Provides expert advice to management regarding the status of the day-to-day operations of the maintenance shop.
• Responsible for work performance and works with Human Resources on disciplinary action needed for those not meeting the required performance.
• Address any issues or concerns raised by warehouse staff and resolve conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Continuously seek opportunities to optimize warehouse operations and reduce costs while maintaining service levels.
• Able to complete task efficiently and timely
• Demonstrate ability to maintain good attendance
• Assists the Terminal Manager with planning and controlling the shop budget.

Qualifications 
 
We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the most required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table! 
 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Proven experience, (5+ years), in equipment maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize competing demands.
• Strong computer literacy required including Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, OHSA, EPA and DOT regulations is required.
• Valid Drivers’ License is required, Class A CDL is preferred.
• Must be 18 or older. 

Location:

This is an in-office role based in Anchorage, AK, USA

We offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options;
• Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans; 
• 401K with company match;
• Preferred vendor discounts;
• Competitive Paid Time Off.