Fleet Maintenance Manager

MV Transportation; Pinole (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

MV Transportation in California is seeking an experienced Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations of our fixed-route transit fleet. This role requires a hands-on leader passionate about ensuring vehicle safety, reliability, and performance.

The ideal candidate will manage a team, ensure compliance and drive operational excellence while handling maintenance budgets and improving service quality. Interested applicants should have significant experience in transit operations and be familiar with various vehicle types.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years managing transit bus maintenance operations.
• Experience with a fleet of 50 or more buses.
• Strong client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations of fixed-route transit fleet.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage maintenance budgets and cost controls.

Skills

Fleet management

Team leadership

Budget management

Technical expertise in vehicle repair

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

CDL Class B driver's license

Tools

Maintenance management software

Job description

Responsibilities

At MV Transportation, we don't just maintain buses—we keep communities connected. We are seeking an experienced, results‑driven Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance operations of our fixed‑route transit fleet. This dynamic leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our vehicles while overseeing all day‑to‑day maintenance operations. The Fleet Maintenance Manager will provide strategic leadership to the maintenance team, ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements, manage maintenance budgets, and drive operational excellence through effective planning, reporting, and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering safe, dependable transportation services to the communities we serve.

Qualifications

Talent Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) years of recent, relevant experience (within the last five (5) years) managing the maintenance operations of a transit bus maintenance facility similar in scope, size, complexity, and vehicle type.
• Proven experience managing and directing a team of 10 or more maintenance employees, including Fleet Technicians, Service Workers, and Cleaners.
• Experience overseeing the maintenance of a fleet of 50 or more buses within the last year.
• Previous passenger transportation experience in a fixed‑route transit operation or a similar environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience tracking and controlling parts inventories while managing vendors and suppliers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work, implement maintenance schedules, and manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Proven ability to manage the financial and accounting aspects of a fleet maintenance operation, including budgets and cost controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees, leadership, clients, and external partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Technical expertise in light‑, medium‑, and heavy‑duty vehicle repair and preventive maintenance.
• Hands‑on experience maintaining fixed‑route transit buses.
• Solid knowledge of preventive maintenance (PM) programs, compliance audits, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience working with diesel, compressed natural gas (CNG), and alternative fuel vehicles is highly preferred.
• ASE and/or manufacturer certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, sound judgment, candor, and tact in all interactions.
• Must be able to obtain a CDL Class B driver's license with passenger and air brake endorsements.

$110,000 - $122,000

MV Transportation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.