FLEET MAINTENANCE MANAGER - Full-time

Join a dedicated team committed to providing safe and reliable transit services to the community. As the Fleet Maintenance Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the maintenance department, ensuring the fleet is well-maintained, safe, and ready for daily operations. This role is essential to the smooth functioning of transit services, offering the opportunity to lead a skilled team, manage resources, and uphold high standards of safety and efficiency. Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of our vehicles and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all maintenance department employees, including mechanics and service personnel, to ensure efficient and high-quality work.
• Oversee and coordinate the repair and preventative maintenance of buses, vehicles, and equipment used in transit operations.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules in line with manufacturers’ recommendations and safety requirements.
• Act as a liaison with manufacturers’ representatives regarding vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain and manage parts inventory, order supplies, and recommend the purchase of tools and equipment as needed.
• Inspect facilities, including shops, grounds, and buildings, to identify and address maintenance or repair needs.
• Review vehicle and equipment damage, assist in preparing insurance claims and repair estimates.
• Assign daily work to mechanics and service personnel, monitor work quality, and review time utilization.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of labor, parts usage, fuel, and tire inventory using computerized maintenance software.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and participate in company safety training programs.
• Take immediate corrective action when safety hazards are identified in the facility or vehicles.
• Protect and secure parts, supplies, and the maintenance facility.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform mechanic duties as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle or fleet maintenance, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance and repair practices for buses or similar vehicles.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate maintenance activities and personnel.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills, including experience with computerized maintenance software.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Must obtain and maintain an Indiana Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Ability to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and participate in ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.