Assistant Maintenance Manager

MV Transportation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

MV Transportation is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Manager in Irvine, CA to help lead day-to-day maintenance operations and supervise a sizable team. You will ensure adherence to client standards, safety, and proper documentation, while coordinating with the Maintenance Manager on major repairs and parts availability.

The role requires hands-on experience with engines, electrical, and hydraulic systems, plus maintenance management software proficiency.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years journey-level mechanic experience with engines, electrical, hydraulic systems.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience overseeing 20+ mechanics.
• Valid California Class A, B, or C license and medical certificate.
• Associate degree or higher in a related field or equivalent experience.
• ASE automotive/truck certifications, preferably ASE Master.
• Prior experience in public transit vehicle maintenance.
• CDL licensed and able to drive vehicles as required.
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to oversee 30+ personnel.
• Ability to track parts inventories, vendors and suppliers.
• Proficient in work scheduling, project management, and fleet budgeting.
• Effective written and oral communication; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day supervision of maintenance operations and maintenance personnel.
• Support the implementation of preventive maintenance and vehicle repair programs per client standards.
• Assist in monitoring vehicle availability, maintenance productivity, work quality, and fleet reliability.
• Help ensure work orders, inspection records, and maintenance documentation are complete and accurate.
• Assist in supervising maintenance personnel, coordinating work assignments, and supporting training.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with safety, environmental regulations, and client procedures.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager regarding vehicle availability, major repairs, warranty work, parts availability, and priorities.
• Attend meetings, presentations, and other events as requested by client.
• Be available during normal business hours and reachable for emergencies through client-approved methods.

Skills

Journeyman mechanic

Supervisory experience

CDL license

ASE Master Certification

Fleet maintenance knowledge

Vehicle maintenance software

Safety compliance knowledge

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Maintenance management software

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Assistant Maintenance Manager

Job Locations

US-CA-Irvine

Job ID: 2026-12442

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day supervision of maintenance operations and maintenance personnel.
• Support the implementation of the CONTRACTOR's preventive maintenance and vehicle repair programs in accordance with client standards and the requirements of this Agreement.
• Assist in monitoring vehicle availability, maintenance productivity, work quality, and fleet reliability.
• Help ensure work orders, inspection records, and maintenance documentation are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with the requirements of this Agreement.
• Assist in supervising maintenance personnel, coordinating work assignments, and supporting employee training and development.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations, environmental requirements, and client maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager regarding vehicle availability, major repairs, warranty work, parts availability, and operational priorities.
• Attend meetings, presentations, and other events as requested by client.
• Be available during normal business hours and remain reachable outside normal business hours for emergencies through client-approved communication methods.

Qualifications

Talent Requirements:

• A minimum of three (3) years of journey-level mechanic experience with strong technical knowledge of gasoline engines, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and maintenance management software applications.
• A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience overseeing a maintenance operation with twenty (20) or more mechanics and demonstrated managerial and training abilities.
• A valid California Class A, B, or C driver's license, as appropriate, a valid medical certificate, and any other licenses or certifications required by applicable federal, state, and local regulations to operate vehicles assigned under this Agreement.
• An associate degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience acceptable to client. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the associate degree requirement.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) automotive and/or truck certifications, preferably ASE Master Certification.
• Prior experience in public transit vehicle maintenance.
• Must be CDL licensed.
• Strong supervisory experience; must be able to supervise 30+ personnel.
• Must have the ability to track and control parts inventories, vendors and suppliers.
• Must be able to properly prioritize, implement and manage work schedules, projects and assignments.
• Must have the ability to manage the financial/accounting aspects of a fleet maintenance operation.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff in written and oral formats.
• Must have computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets and Microsoft Outlook.
• Must have technical competence with light/medium/Heavy duty vehicle repair and preventive maintenance.
• Must display initiative, professionalism, candor and tact at all times.
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years fleet/vehicle maintenance supervision experience.

Starting salary range: $83,220-$112,591

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Where permissible under applicable state and local law, applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

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