Director of Maintenance

Maintenance Director The Maintenance Director is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the maintenance operations for Boston Public Schools. This role ensures strategic alignment of maintenance practices, drives performance improvement initiatives, and champions safety and reliability across all maintenance activities. The Maintenance Director works closely with regional business and support staff, senior management, and external clients to deliver exceptional maintenance services that drive safety, quality, value, and employee engagement. Benefits Competitive compensation package of minimum $135,000.00-$168,000.00 yearly Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks Sick days: 5 days Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability Key Responsibilities Provide strategic direction and leadership for maintenance operations across multiple regions, aligning strategies with overall business objectives and developing long‑term plans. Establish, monitor, and analyze KPIs to evaluate and enhance maintenance performance, vehicle reliability, safety standards, and cost management. Develop and enforce robust safety protocols; lead initiatives to improve vehicle reliability, reduce breakdowns and accidents, and promote a culture of safety. Identify and implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives across all maintenance operations. Oversee maintenance budgets for assigned business, ensuring financial discipline and identifying opportunities for cost optimization. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, clients, regulatory bodies, and industry partners, and represent the company at industry forums. Foster a high‑performance culture, provide leadership development, training, and career advancement opportunities, and develop succession plans. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards, lead audits and inspections. Promote adoption of new technologies and innovative solutions to enhance maintenance efficiency and vehicle performance. Develop and implement crisis management plans for maintenance operations, leading responses to major incidents or emergencies. Drive sustainability initiatives within maintenance operations, including reducing environmental impact and promoting green technologies. Lead the establishment of new maintenance departments or “zero cost” closure of maintenance departments. Other duties as required. Education, Licensing, and Certifications High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience 12 years or more of progressively responsible experience in repair and maintenance of all types of automotive and transit equipment. Experience managing people, teams, and projects. Knowledge of operational KPIs and P&L components. Previous experience (3+ years) of multi‑site responsibilities. Skills and Knowledge Required Expert knowledge in all facets of maintenance for public transportation vehicles. Ability to lead change and drive performance and improvement through matrixed reporting relationships. Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to read, interpret, and implement documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Skills and Knowledge Preferred Strong working knowledge of JDE, Tango, Hexagon, and RTA. Travel Travel requirement outside of immediate area: 25% Pre‑Employment Requirements Drug testing and background check. Testing related to job requirements. Physical Requirements Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed. Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear. Frequently required to sit. Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and smell. Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Must be able to occasionally work in extreme heat and cold and in a damp environment with moderate noise. Remaining work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer; time is spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer. Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Drug‑Free Workplace Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.). Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen. About Transdev Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at Equal Employment Opportunity Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status. Job Information Job Category: Executive & Senior Level Management Job Type: Full Time Req ID: 7981 Pay Group: ALA Cost Center: 607 #J-18808-Ljbffr