Fleet Maintenance Manager

MV Transportation; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 147,014; Full time

Job summary

MV Transportation is looking for a Transit Fleet Maintenance Manager in California to manage the maintenance and operations of an all-electric transit fleet. This role requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of electric drivetrains and charging systems.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in a transit maintenance environment, guiding a team to ensure safety and efficiency while adhering to regulatory standards. Starting salary ranges from $120,000 to $147,014 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing transit bus maintenance for similar vehicles.
• Proven leadership in a unionized or transit environment.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and high-voltage safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of all-electric bus fleet.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
• Implement Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Skills

Electric drivetrains

Battery systems

Charging infrastructure

CMMS software

Leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

MV Transportation is seeking aTransit FleetMaintenance Manager.This role will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations, performance, and safety of a 100% electric transit fleet. This role ensures that all electric vehicles (EVs), charging infrastructure, and maintenance staff meet the highest standards of reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The Maintenance Manager will lead a team of technicians, supervisors, and support staff to deliver safe, sustainable, and cost-effective service while supporting the organization’s zero-emissions goals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of an all-electric bus fleet.
• Ensure all vehicles and charging equipment are maintained in compliance with manufacturer standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
• Implement and monitor a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, parts, and asset performance.Optimize fleet availability, reliability, and cost-efficiency through data-driven decision making.
• Coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting of charging stations, electrical systems, and related infrastructure.
• Collaborate with utility providers, contractors, and OEMs to ensure uptime and operational readiness of charging systems.
• Develop contingency plans for charging system outages and peak-demand management.
• Lead, mentor, and train maintenance staff on electric vehicle systems, high-voltage safety, and diagnostic procedures.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability.
• Manage staffing schedules, assignments, and labor utilization to support service requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FTA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee implementation of high-voltage safety protocols and PPE standards.
• Maintain records for audits, inspections, and reporting requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Talent Requirements:

• Must have at least five (5) or more years of recent (within the last five (5) years) and relevant experience managing the maintenance functions of a transit bus maintenance shop similar in scope, size, and complexity and with same or similar type of transit vehicles/equipment.
• Proven experience leading teams in a unionized or transit environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of electric drivetrains, battery systems, charging infrastructure, and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with CMMS software and data analytics tools.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, high-voltage safety, and renewable energy integration.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Starting salary range: $120,000 - $147,014

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