Fleet Maintenance Director: Lead 24/7 Vehicle Reliability

WeGo Public Transit; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WeGo Public Transit in Nashville, TN seeks a Director of Fleet Maintenance to lead fleet maintenance across multiple facilities. You will direct staffing, maintenance processes, escalation, and 24/7 operations readiness to ensure safe and reliable service.

The role requires strategic oversight, budget responsibility, and collaboration with executive leadership, FTA, and manufacturers. Strong leadership and fleet management expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in business administration, engineering, public administration, transportation or related field.
• Five years' experience as an assistant director or senior manager of a similar department or equivalent.
• Three years' experience in fleet management and labor relations.
• Working knowledge of FTA requirements for spare ratio, useful life, Transit Asset Management, vehicle procurement, and Triennial Review.

Responsibilities

• Sets the multi-year direction and annual goals for Fleet Maintenance.
• Approves maintenance plans, policies, and standards for two facilities.
• Maintains fleet availability to support service expansions and contingency planning.
• Represents department to executive leadership, FTA, and manufacturers.
• Oversees budget, staffing, and training aligned with agency goals.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Labor relations

Fleet management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Job description

WeGo Public Transit in Nashville, TN seeks a Director of Fleet Maintenance to lead fleet maintenance across multiple facilities. You will direct staffing, maintenance processes, escalation, and 24/7 operations readiness to ensure safe and reliable service.

The role requires strategic oversight, budget responsibility, and collaboration with executive leadership, FTA, and manufacturers. Strong leadership and fleet management expertise are essential.