Fleet Maintenance Manager

Ratp; California; On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays/vacation

Job summary

RATP Dev USA in California is seeking a visionary Maintenance Manager to set the vision and lead maintenance supervisors and teams. This role requires a leader who can delegate effectively, uphold OSHA guidelines, and foster a positive, efficient work environment.

The position focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while coordinating with Safety, Risk, and CI teams to maintain cost-effective transit services.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Federal, State, and Local maintenance laws.
• Experience leading maintenance teams and supervising staff.
• Ability to interact with public officials and diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of bus maintenance principles and policies.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with teams and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote a diverse, inclusive, healthy work environment.
• Oversee maintenance programs and OSHA compliance.
• Lead Safety, Risk, and Continuous Improvement teams to drive improvements.
• Manage budgets and track expenses for cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with Directors and external agencies on maintenance projects.
• Present maintenance topics to various groups and stakeholders.
• Review daily maintenance reports and policies.
• Negotiate with vendors on warranty issues and funds recovery.

Skills

Leadership

OSHA compliance

Budgeting

Safety culture

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Public speaking

Job description

This is a pipeline posting for future job opportunities within California. The salary range will vary from $105,000-155,000/year depending on location and contract size.

We are seeking a visionary Maintenance Manager who can create a comprehensive vision and mission for our maintenance team. This role requires a leader who can effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities to maintenance supervisors, ensuring a positive and efficient working environment. The Maintenance Manager will uphold strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and other regulations while demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and team-building skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management:
  • Develop and promote a diverse, inclusive, positive, respectful, and healthy work environment.
  • Offer professional, personal, and technical development opportunities, including continuous learning and mentoring.
  • Establish and enforce operational safety policies and procedures to prevent incidents and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements.
  • Provide leadership in developing company policies and programs to enhance safety awareness and meet OSHA standards.
  • Administer all planned maintenance programs, including safety hazards training, OSHA regulations, and environmental considerations.
  • Partner with Safety, Risk, and Continuous Improvement teams to implement process improvements, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
  • Adhere to preventive maintenance principles and quality management standards.
• Regulatory and Compliance:
  • Extensive knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws related to maintenance.
  • Ensure compliance with labor management policies and procedures.
  • Ability to interact and communicate with public officials and all levels of staff, including managers, supervisors, and intra-department personnel.
  • Demonstrate considerable knowledge of bus maintenance principles, procedures, and policies.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with teams, colleagues, the public, medical and governmental agencies, elected officials, and the board of trustees.
• Operational Oversight:
  • Provide oversight, direction, and coordination of staff to deliver cost-effective, efficient, and reliable transit services within available resources.
  • Exhibit impeccable judgment and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
  • Demonstrate executive-level presentation skills and handle high-level client interactions.
  • Display strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and negotiating skills.
  • Track expenses and oversee the maintenance budget to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Essential Functions / Process Responsibilities

• Administer and supervise the implementation of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program.
• Manage the equipment and facility maintenance repair division.
• Prepare operating and capital budgets and control expenditures of allocated funds.
• Evaluate work methods, policies, procedures, and services to determine effectiveness.
• Review daily reports filed by all maintenance employees.
• Develop various procedures and policies related to maintenance operations.
• Meet regularly with Safety and Training officers to review projects and programs.
• Collaborate with Authority Directors to develop, implement, and support existing programs.
• Engage with local, state, and federal agencies regarding maintenance-related projects.
• Represent the department on the labor/management committee.
• Negotiate with vendors to resolve warranty issues and recover associated funds.
• Manage contractual services to maintain vehicles, systems, and facilities.
• Make presentations on maintenance-related topics to various groups.
• Review and recommend capital expenditures to enhance departmental efficiency and services.
• Oversee department inventories and stock controls.
• Track trends using historical data and implement strategies to reduce service issues.
• Respond to after-hour emergencies as needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Work with all company and local team members to create a strong, vibrant, and engaging safety culture.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in coordinating transit safety, service delivery, field operations, staff development, and collective bargaining negotiation skills, particularly in a union environment.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations (EPA, OSHA, DOT, ADA, and EEOC).

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

RATP Dev USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.