District Service Development Manager

About the role

Sunstate Equipment Co.: Where Safety and People are Core Values! We take care of our People and it shows! Why Choose Us? At Sunstate, every employee is valued, respected, and fairly compensated. More importantly, every employee has a voice that deserves to be heard. We are working hard to challenge the typical ways of business and develop an environment where our employees feel safe, comfortable, and look forward to coming to work. No matter which location you visit, you can’t help but feel the close-knit work-family environment. We have strategically and organically grown our company from within, promoting from the ground up and providing employees with opportunities to explore their different passions within our own walls. This culture allows our people to develop valuable, marketable skills they can use throughout their career. Plus, with benefits like Baby Bonding, My Holiday vacation time, and discounts on everything from movie tickets to cell phone bills, we’re constantly evolving our resources to provide our people with tools to make their lives easier! Be YOU at Sunstate

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-field coaching to technicians during live repair work to improve diagnostic skills, repair quality, and execution discipline
• Reinforce standardized diagnostic processes, including root cause analysis and repair verification, to reduce repeat repairs
• Partner with branch leadership to align technician development with operational goals such as first-time-fix rates and efficiency
• Track technician progress, identify skill gaps, and adjust coaching plans to support ongoing development
• Maintain a strong field presence while providing feedback, insights, and recommendations to improve service performance

Requirements

• 3-5 years of management level experience in shop and service management, within the construction equipment rental industry is preferred
• Extensive experience as a senior-level technician with advanced troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Proven ability to coach and develop technicians in field or shop environments
• Strong knowledge of construction equipment systems, repair practices, and safety standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and translate complex issues into practical guidance
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Ability to work independently in