Lead Diesel Mechanic CDL Preferred Fleet Maintenance supervisor

Sycs Trucking Company; Ellenwood (GA); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Company service truck provided

Company phone

Performance bonuses available

Job summary

SYCS Trucking Company is hiring a Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance for their FedEx linehaul fleet. This hands-on leadership role involves managing preventative maintenance schedules and ensuring vehicle safety.

Key responsibilities include coordinating repairs, tracking inventory, and ensuring DOT compliance. Candidates should have diesel mechanic experience, strong diagnostic skills, and a valid CDL Class A preferred. A competitive salary of $65,000 and performance bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A preferred.
• Diesel mechanic experience required.
• Strong diagnostic skills are essential.
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations is important.

Responsibilities

• Manage all preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform and oversee truck and trailer repairs.
• Track maintenance records and repair history.
• Coordinate outside vendors and repair facilities.
• Ensure fleet cleanliness and professional appearance.

Skills

CDL Class A

Diesel mechanic experience

Strong diagnostic skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Location: Conley, GA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

SYCS Trucking Company is seeking an experienced Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance, reliability, safety, and appearance of our 15-20-truck FedEx linehaul fleet.

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for reducing breakdowns, maintaining compliance, tracking repairs, coordinating vendors, assigning equipment, and ensuring our fleet remains safe and road‑ready.

Responsibilities

• Manage all preventative maintenance schedules
• Perform and oversee truck and trailer repairs
• Track maintenance records and repair history
• Monitor equipment condition and driver‑reported defects
• Assign trucks to drivers
• Track driver‑caused damage
• Coordinate outside vendors and repair facilities
• Respond to emergency breakdowns when necessary
• Maintain DOT compliance and inspection readiness
• Reduce roadside breakdowns and maintenance violations
• Manage inventory, parts, and maintenance supplies
• Ensure fleet cleanliness and professional appearance

Requirements

• CDL Class A preferred
• Diesel mechanic experience required
• Strong diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations
• Ability to work independently
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Compensation

• $65,000 base annually
• Company service truck provided
• Company phone
• Performance bonuses available
• $75 per after‑hours road‑call (compensation for after‑hours emergency responses)

90-Day Goals – Fleet Maintenance Manager

First 30 Days

• Inspect all 23 trucks
• Create fleet condition report
• Establish PM schedule
• Build damage tracker
• Build repair tracker
• Review all open maintenance issues

Days 31–60

• Eliminate overdue PMs
• Implement driver defect reporting process
• Create vendor list and pricing comparisons
• Reduce repeat repair issues
• Establish weekly fleet status report

Days 61–90

• 100% PM compliance
• Reduce roadside breakdowns
• Reduce maintenance violations
• Implement truck assignment tracking
• Establish monthly maintenance budget reporting