Fleet Maintenance Manager

Fleet Maintenance Manager

Oversee fleet maintenance operations and manage vehicle maintenance programs ensuring they are executed in an efficient, safe, compliant, and cost-effective manner. Provide leadership and coordinate and direct supervisor and employee activities engaged in servicing and repairing equipment and vehicles assigned to the company.

Plan, manage, and monitor preventive maintenance and repair programs for all company vehicles

Monitor and direct the shop's operational performance and efficiency; take action to redirect activities appropriately to ensure that all repair/maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner

Verify all jobs are performed to the highest levels of quality and professionalism, meeting 3A or quality standards, and holding personnel accountable to this standard

Write up estimates and work orders and oversee the shop's planning/scheduling of work. Report to management on shop performance, fleet performance, and costs; implement procedures for process improvement and efficiencies

Review and make recommendations on scope of work and specifications for major procurements related to fleet maintenance

Perform justification and life cycle cost analyses; perform trend analyses for various vehicle performance and maintenance issues and related expenses

Support and contribute to the development and success of warranty and policy programs for recovery of expenses

Be a direct contact for customers, always responsive to their needs and schedules

Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for vehicle maintenance using known best practices

Coordinate with the shop supervisor to monitor and control inventory, supplies, and equipment levels; maintain levels as required to assure completion of all work orders without delay

Assist in the direction of departmental activities in budget cycle requirements

Assure timely and assertive responses to inspection findings, working closely with company safety and DOT compliance managers

Assist in the development and leadership of short-and-long-range planning activities covering all aspects of fleet maintenance operations

Establish or assist in the establishment of programs, policies, and procedures to attract, develop, and retain a competent and motivated workforce, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, counseling, grievances, and appeals

Maintain advanced knowledge of brakes, electrical systems, suspensions, and structural components of tank trailers and the direct repair and maintenance of

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 to 8 years of experience in fleet maintenance (diesel engine, heavy equipment repair) coupled with supervisory experience

Technical degree in the diesel engine, heavy equipment repair industry preferred

Management experience preferred

Certification and/or License – ASE T Master Certified preferred; Certified Automotive Fleet Management (CAFM) Financial Systems, CAFM Risk Management, and CAFM Information Management preferred; commercial driver's license preferred

Thorough knowledge of safe working practices, DOT, OSHA and other federal and state regulation

Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

Knowledge and understanding of the financial and budgeting functions of an organization

Able to perform root-cause problem solving

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to demonstrate strong customer service orientation

Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)

Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Able to collaborate and encourage employee engagement; able to coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees

Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism (i.e., conflict resolution skills)

Able to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; able to lead others through change

Negotiation skills (vendor agreements)

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans