Shop Manager - Military veterans preferred

Our LA Shop is looking for a Shop Manager to work independently to supervise and delegate shop duties and projects among our crew. The foundation of this role is to improve the utilization of the shop and shop resources; more specifically inventory and daily production need while maintaining a safe work environment. This position will also equip the entire crew with the skills to grow via training and support protocols. The Shop Manager will conduct monthly one-on-one meetings with their direct reports to ensure progress and career growth.

The Company

Colossal Media, now a Lamar Advertising subsidiary, is an award-winning Brooklyn-based company celebrated for reviving hand-painted outdoor advertising. Founded in 2004 on the ashes of a forgotten art form, we've grown into a premium creative partner for the world's largest brands, agencies, and artists. Our memorable campaigns build curiosity and amplify exposure through dynamic storytelling, redefining and elevating the out-of-home experience. We have a vision for rapid growth and to make this happen, we need you! Many of our campaigns are captured on film to create a timeless story. These videos are a great way for you to learn more about our business and our mission so take a minute to check them out: https://vimeo.com/colossalmedia

Colossal Media is built on the craft of hand-painted murals. This craft has creativity at its core. Here we know that what fuels creativity is diversity. People from all walks of life work here at Colossal Media and all are not only welcome but are treated equitably within the Colossal Media community.

What you can expect from us:

A workplace where everyone has an opportunity to participate and contribute and is valued for their unique skills, experience, and perspectives
Earning potential of $75,000
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
Multiple medical plan options
Dental and vision insurance
120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure and paid holidays
401K plan with company contributions for participation
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions
The Role: 

Our LA Shop is looking for a Shop Manager to work independently to supervise and delegate shop duties and projects among our crew. The foundation of this role is to improve the utilization of the shop and shop resources; more specifically inventory and daily production need while maintaining a safe work environment. This position will also equip the entire crew with the skills to grow via training and support protocols. The Shop Manager will conduct monthly one-on-one meetings with their direct reports to ensure progress and career growth.

Key Responsibilities: 

Ensure the Shop, Operations, Pre-Production, and Paint teams are supported from opening to closing, 7 days a week, by clearly communicating all priorities and tasks that need to be completed

Proactively coordinate shop improvement projects, build-outs, and special requests 

Be forward-thinking and never stop improving shop protocols, SOP's and training docs

Keep clear communication between all departments and maintain project timelines

Remain flexible and work with all departments to prioritize hitting company-wide objectives

Directly manage the Assistant Shop Manager, Shop Floor Manager, and Shop Technicians

Hold colossal employees accountable for their actions in the shop

Hold paint apprentices and shop crew accountable for applying fundamentals in training in the shop and field

Communicate daily with Shop Floor Manager, Operations, and Pre-Production team for best scheduling options and shop priorities

Understand and maintain a high level of safety in the field and shop

Actively implement preventive maintenance plans for all trucks and lifts. 

Work with the Production Management team to improve the general function of the shop

Requirements: 

The Basics: 

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

A valid driver's license is required.

Successful completion of OSHA 30-hour Construction course required

1-3 years experience working in construction required

3 years minimum managing a team

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience working in Google Suite and Excel, and building documents in google sheets

 Administrative and/or people management experience in construction or a related field.

 Experience with database or inventory management.

 Previous auto or lift mechanic experience preferred

 Previous experience working from suspended scaffolds preferred

The Nitty Gritty:

Ability to work with little supervision as needed.

Great communication skills.

Ability to speak and read English fluently.

Must be willing to work and get along well with others

Strong computer/smartphone skills including Internet navigation, Google, and Slack.

Ability to comply with Colossal safety standards while performing work.

Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from a vehicle.

 Working knowledge of basic construction skills and techniques.

 General knowledge of Colossal, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations

 Ability to safely use tools and equipment, in regard to the maintenance of the shop floor

 Ability to climb heights and work at heights above ground safely.

 Skill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasks.

 Skill in setting priorities that accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.

To Be Considered:

Resume 
Cover letter; please use your cover letter to highlight experience from your resume life, which fulfill the requirements listed above
References 
Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position is spent indoors and outdoors, requiring the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and climb to heights up to 100 ft.

The physical demands for this position include heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds), extensive bending, pushing, reaching, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, driving, and climbing.

Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.

On-call shifts may be required.

Before applying, watch this video to get an idea of what our painters do. For insight into Colossal Media's work, take a few minutes to hear more from our founders in this video.



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