Director of Maintenance

MV Transportation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MV Transportation seeks a Director of Maintenance in Phoenix, AZ to lead day-to-day maintenance for a fixed-route bus operation. You will manage a large team, oversee budgets, and ensure contract compliance while delivering timely reports and client coordination.

The role requires extensive fleet maintenance expertise, CDL-B with P and airbrake, and certifications. Strong communication and strategic planning are essential for success in this leadership position.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a management capacity overseeing a fixed-cost transit property or operation.
• Experience directing 10+ employees (fleet techs/service workers/cleaners).
• Experience with large bus fleets (300+) and multiple locations.
• Ability to track parts inventories, vendors, and suppliers.
• Strong communication skills across all staff levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance for fixed route bus operation.
• Ensure contractual requirements are met and generate routine reports.
• Manage budget for a large maintenance transit program.
• Interface with client and coordinate with multiple sites and vendors.

Skills

Fleet maintenance mgmt

People management

Budget management

Vendor inventory mgmt

Scheduling & PMs

Client interface

Diesel/CNG/alt fuels

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Project management

Education

CDL Class B with passenger and airbrake endorsement

ASE or manufacturer certifications

Technical transit maintenance background

Tools

HASTUS software

Job description

Director of Maintenance

Job Locations

US-AZ-Phoenix

Overview

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Responsibilities

MV Transportation is seeking a Director of Maintenance will be a dynamic, multi-task oriented senior professional to manage all day-to-day maintenance as aspects of this fixed route bus operation. The Director of Maintenance will ensure that all contractual requirements are achieved, and duties included will consist of daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports. The Director of Maintenance must be able to properly manage a budget for a large maintenance transit program.

Qualifications

Talent Requirements:

• Shall possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience, within the past seven (7) years, in a management capacity overseeing a fixed-cost transit property or operation with an alternative fuel fleet of comparable size and scope.
• Must have experience managing/ directing 10 plus employees (fleet Technicians/Service Workers/Cleaners).
• Experience working with large bus fleet (300+).
• Experience with managing multiple fleet locations.
• Previous passenger transportation in the current project or a similar environment preferred.
• Must be able to manage and interface with the client.
• 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 be able 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.
• ASE or manufacturer's certifications are a plus.
• Technical experience with fixed route transit bus maintenance.
• Solid knowledge of managing audits and PM schedules.
• Experience with Diesel, CNG, and Alternative fuels is a plus.
• Must have a CDL class B with passenger and airbrake endorsement.
• Preferred HASTUS software experience

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