Fleet Maintenance Manager

Lead the Fleet That Keeps Our Crews Moving

At Riggs Tree Service, our crews depend on safe, reliable vehicles and equipment to get the job done every day. We're looking for an experienced, hands‑on Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance, repair, compliance, and operational readiness of our growing fleet.

If you're passionate about heavy equipment, fleet reliability, developing strong maintenance teams, and improving operations, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing organization.

What You'll Do

As our Fleet Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Lead fleet maintenance and repair operations for trucks, aerial lifts/bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, crane trucks, and other heavy equipment
• Develop and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs
• Schedule and oversee routine maintenance, inspections, and complex repairs
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, gasoline, and diesel system issues
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop mechanics and technicians
• Prioritize repairs based on safety, operational needs, crew schedules, and equipment availability
• Manage parts, supplies, and critical‑component inventory to minimize equipment downtime
• Monitor fleet performance, including equipment uptime, maintenance costs, repair trends, and fuel consumption
• Manage the fleet maintenance budget and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Coordinate specialized repairs and services with outside vendors
• Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection, repair, and compliance records
• Ensure fleet maintenance operations meet company, DOT, OSHA, ANSI, manufacturer, and other applicable requirements
• Assist with equipment purchasing, replacement, rental, and disposal decisions
• Support fleet readiness during emergency and storm restoration operations

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

• Proven fleet management, vehicle maintenance, or heavy‑equipment maintenance experience
• Strong hands‑on mechanical and diagnostic knowledge
• Experience with diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy‑duty equipment
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Ability to manage multiple maintenance priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
• Experience with fleet management software and maintenance reporting
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurable driving status
• Experience with utility, forestry, tree‑care, construction, or heavy‑equipment fleets preferred
• Experience with aerial lifts/bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and crane trucks preferred
• CDL or ability to obtain preferred

Why Join Riggs Tree Service?

• Leadership role with direct impact on company‑wide operations
• Opportunity to improve and strengthen fleet maintenance operations
• Growing company with advancement opportunities
• Collaborative leadership team
• Fast‑paced environment where your ideas matter
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Company‑paid Life Insurance

Location

Based in our Fleet Operations with travel to regional facilities and field locations as needed.

Ready to Keep Riggs Moving?

If you're a proactive leader who knows heavy equipment, enjoys solving mechanical challenges, develops strong teams, and takes pride in keeping a fleet safe and operational, we'd love to hear from you.

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