Fleet Maintenance Manager — Diesel & Heavy Equipment

Transdev North America, Inc.; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks vacation

Sick days: 5

Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4浮

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary long-term disability

Job summary

Transdev North America, Inc. in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee day-to-day maintenance of buses, diesel engines, and heavy equipment.

You will lead mechanics, bus washers, utility workers, and administrative staff across a three-shift operation to meet DOT and client standards at the MDW RAC Location. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and improve vehicle performance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in repair and maintenance of heavy-duty transit equipment.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• CDL Class B with passenger and airbrake endorsements preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical schematics, hydraulics and suspension.
• Experience with diesel engines and heavy equipment diagnostics.
• Excellent communication and leadership for team development.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train and schedule Maintenance Technicians.
• Approve priority of maintenance and repairs based on availability of materials and parts and requirements of scheduled operations.
• Coordinate scheduled preventative maintenance, including oil changes, tire service, brake repair, suspension checks, and hydraulic system servicing.
• Diagnose complex mechanical issues using schematics, automotive diagnostics tools, and technical manuals; perform repairs on transmissions, air brake systems, HVAC units, shocks & struts, and other heavy equipment components.
• Coordinate and oversee work performed by outside vendors.
• Ensure company and client equipment is maintained and operating efficiently.
• Manage inventory.
• Implement safety policies and procedures for the department per corporate requirements.
• Participate in the development and administration of the operational budget.
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods.
• Other duties as required.
• Travel requirement outside of immediate area 10%.

Skills

Leadership

Diesel truck diagnostics

Schematics knowledge

Safety leadership

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Inventory management

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B preferred

Tools

Automotive diagnostics tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Transdev North America, Inc. in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee day-to-day maintenance of buses, diesel engines, and heavy equipment.

You will lead mechanics, bus washers, utility workers, and administrative staff across a three-shift operation to meet DOT and client standards at the MDW RAC Location. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and improve vehicle performance.