Fleet Maintenance Manager: Lead Heavy-Duty Operations

Amerit Fleet Solutions; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits within 30 days

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

401(k) Match program

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Safety equipment reimbursement

Amerit University training

Employee referral program

ASE certification reimbursement

Employee recognition platform

EAP

24/7 nurse triage

Employee discounts

ERGs

Job summary

Amerit Fleet Solutions in the Chicago, IL area is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians in a rigorous preventative maintenance program for large/heavy duty vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role focuses on optimizing operations, managing shop performance, scheduling manpower, and coordinating with operations to meet client needs. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in fleet maintenance or operations and 5–8 years of direct management experience.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years' industry experience in fleet maintenance or operations capacity and 5-8 years of direct management experience.
• Prior technician/mechanic experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to travel as needed; overseeing multiple shop locations as assigned
• Thorough knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills - Word, Excel, Fleet Management systems and ERP/timekeeping exposure

Responsibilities

• Lead, educate and develop employees
• Monitor employee's performance and be accessible to all areas of the shop
• Oversee multiple shop operations
• Plan daily manpower to meet workload
• Provide support to the operations team regarding all equipment related issues
• Monitor and analyze opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies
• Perform administrative functions; including payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance and compliance documentation
• Address corrective action regarding direct reports
• Provide clean, safe working conditions of the facility and equipment
• Communicate with client to ensure operation's and company's needs are met
• Identify and monitor equipment sent to outside sources for repairs
• Conduct pre-shift meetings
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Interview and hire for shop positions

Skills

Fleet management

Team leadership

Communication skills

DOT compliance

Cost optimization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet Management systems

ERP/timekeeping system

Job description

Amerit Fleet Solutions in the Chicago, IL area is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians in a rigorous preventative maintenance program for large/heavy duty vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role focuses on optimizing operations, managing shop performance, scheduling manpower, and coordinating with operations to meet client needs. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in fleet maintenance or operations and 5–8 years of direct management experience.