Fleet Maintenance Manager: Lead Tech Teams in HD Fleet

Amerit Fleet Solutions; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Amerit Fleet Solutions in La Porte, TX is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians in a proactive preventive maintenance program for heavy‑duty trucks and equipment, ensuring safety and fleet efficiency.

The role blends hands‑on supervision with administrative duties including payroll approval, compliance, and coordinating with clients to meet operational needs. Amerit offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years in fleet maintenance or operations and 5–8 years of direct management.
• Prior technician/mechanic experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Class 8/heavy duty trucks.
• Willing to travel; overseeing multiple shop locations.
• Thorough knowledge of DOT rules and company policies.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; documentation skills.
• Strong computer skills with Word, Excel and Fleet Management systems/ERP exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead, educate and develop employees.
• Monitor 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 equipment issues.
• Identify opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies.
• Perform payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance and compliance documentation.
• Address corrective action for direct reports.
• Provide clean, safe working conditions of the facility and equipment.
• Communicate with client to meet operation and company needs.
• Identify and monitor equipment sent to outside sources for repairs.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings.
• Comply with laws/regulations and company policies.
• Interview and hire for shop positions.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet maintenance

Communication

Management

DOT rules

Travel

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet management systems

ERP/timekeeping system

Job description

Amerit Fleet Solutions in La Porte, TX is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians in a proactive preventive maintenance program for heavy‑duty trucks and equipment, ensuring safety and fleet efficiency.

The role blends hands‑on supervision with administrative duties including payroll approval, compliance, and coordinating with clients to meet operational needs. Amerit offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.