Director of Fleet Maintenance

Director of Fleet Maintenance Lead a team of maintenance professionals and drive operational excellence across multiple locations. What You’ll Do: Manage a large team of maintenance personnel across the southeastern U.S., fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork. Oversee preventative maintenance, repair operations, and vendor relationships to keep the fleet running efficiently. Drive cost-saving initiatives, perform detailed ROI analyses, and make strategic recommendations to leadership. Ensure strict compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other safety regulations. Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance processes and develop staff, maintaining high standards of service and safety. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. 10+ years in diesel maintenance or shop management with a strong technical or mechanical background. At least 10 years of managing teams of 20+ technicians and administrative staff. Minimum of three key diesel certifications. Advanced knowledge of maintenance systems like TMW and TMT. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive). Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor teams, fostering a culture of accountability, communication, and high performance. Strong cost management, root cause analysis abilities, and experience developing action plans to enhance operational efficiency. Active Class D driver’s license required; Class A license preferred. Ability to manage multiple projects, excellent interpersonal skills, and strong communication abilities for engaging with diverse teams and stakeholders. Benefits & Compensation Competitive pay and 401(k) matching. Section 125 pre‑tax benefit plan. Health & wellness: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Health Savings Account (HSA) option. 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc & Telehealth Services. Wellness programs for chronic conditions, including diabetes and cancer support. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial resources. Insurance & financial security: Life & AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. Work‑life balance & professional growth: Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays and training, professional development and career advancement opportunities, employee engagement programs. Referral program with incentives up to $2,500 (eligibility excludes temporary employees, managers, assistant managers, talent acquisition, safety and driver supervisors, and human resources). #J-18808-Ljbffr