Fleet Maintenance Manager

GTN Technical Staffing and Consulting; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee the management of a diverse fleet of vehicles. This pivotal role involves leading a team of technicians to ensure all maintenance and repairs are conducted safely and efficiently, while adhering to federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and a solid understanding of financial management to optimize resource allocation. If you are passionate about fleet management and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fleet maintenance and management of technicians.
• Ability to plan and schedule repair work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage fleet maintenance for up to 60 vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee technician performance and training, and maintain preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Advanced Root Cause Problem Solving

Effective and professional communications skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Financial management and planning skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dossier Maintenance Software

Job description

Vice President of Recruiting & Delivery – GTN Phoenix Office

Fleet Maintenance Manager

HIGHLIGHTS

Position Type: Direct Hire

Hourly / Salary: Based on experience, $90-115K

Position Summary:

The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for the management of fleet equipment at one or more locations and managing a team(s) of technicians who are responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of a fleet of up to 60 vehicles (diesel and alternative fuel). Additional responsibilities could include maintenance of equipment and machinery at a post collection facility(ies), and management of a container shop(s). The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for providing direction, either directly or indirectly, to a group of technicians to ensure that all repairs and maintenance to our clients’ equipment, including trucks, containers and other heavy-duty equipment, are performed in compliance with the Company’s safety and maintenance standards, and in compliance with all federal and state regulations. The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for planning and scheduling the repair work for his or her work group to ensure that all work is done in a safe and timely manner, reducing lost productivity within the shop.

• Provide direction to all technician levels, as well as the lead technicians, in the maintenance shop and may manage a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor in a satellite maintenance shop or on another shift, assigned to his or her work group to ensure that all repair and maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient and timely manner. Oversee the planning and scheduling of all repair work to increase productivity, while effectively managing the department’s overtime.
• Manage lead technicians and maintenance supervisor(s) in the maintenance shop, to include such responsibilities as overseeing daily shop huddles; fleet walks; coaching and counseling lead technician and maintenance supervisor(s) on performance and corrective action, when necessary; make hiring and termination decisions, in concert with Human Resources and appropriate management; oversee employee training and performance evaluation; evaluate, recommend and approve supervisor recommendations for merit increase, promotion and job change recommendations, as appropriate.
• Maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program for assigned locations. Identify trends in road calls, break downs; oversee maintenance of the building and other facility on site; control maintenance costs relating to personnel, purchasing, inventory control and outsourcing of repairs.
• Manage outside repair facilities and repairs to ensure all work is properly completed in accordance with the Company’s safety and compliance procedures, and federal and state regulations; follow up where appropriate.
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections, track issues and issue resolution to ensure all work is properly completed and is in accordance with the Company’s safety and compliance procedures, and federal and state regulations.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems to manage advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions of heavy equipment and vehicles used by the company, on site and on the road.
• Manage related administrative matters for the team, including payroll, maintain employee records, maintain records of all preventive and corrective maintenance performed, ensure the appropriate recording of all information into Dossier Maintenance Software, prepare and submit the budget for approval, set departmental goals to align with the targets and performance objectives established by the division’s leadership team.
• May require local travel.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office
• Advanced Root Cause Problem Solving
• Effective and professional communications skills
• Ability to anticipate business needs and plan accordingly to ensure that equipment, employee and fiscal resources are utilized in the most efficient manner
• High level of analytical skill to develop a range of possible solutions to address a wide range of issues
• Organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate and encourage employee engagement
• Good financial management and planning skills; ability to understand financial terms, budgets, tables and reports. Ability to develop realistic, comprehensive plans to make efficient use of resources.
• Automotive Service Excellence T2 Diesel Engine, T Master Certified. T3 Drive T4 Brake T5 Suspension and Steering.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management

Industries: Air, Water, and Waste Program Management and Truck Transportation