Fleet Maintenance Shop Manager

US Pavement Services

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

US Pavement Services in Boston seeks an experienced Shop Manager to lead our equipment maintenance and repair operations. You will supervise the maintenance team, set priorities, and work with Operations to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy equipment maintenance, strong diesel and hydraulics knowledge, and proven leadership. This on-site role requires overseeing parts, vendors, safety, and a proactive preventive maintenance program.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in heavy equipment, truck, fleet, or construction equipment maintenance.
Previous supervisory or shop management experience strongly preferred.
Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel trucks, heavy construction equipment, hydraulics, electrical systems, and preventive maintenance.
Experience with paving, milling, or asphalt maintenance equipment is highly desirable.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple repairs and make sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.
Comfortable using computerized maintenance, work-order, and equipment-tracking systems.
Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

Lead daily operation of the maintenance shop and maintenance team.
Prioritize repairs and maintenance based on operational and production needs.
Ensure trucks, paving equipment, construction equipment, trailers, and support vehicles are field-ready.
Develop and manage a preventive maintenance program to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.
Diagnose mechanical issues and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repairs when needed.
Manage work orders, maintenance records, inspections, service schedules, and equipment histories.
Maintain parts and supply inventory while controlling unnecessary costs.
Coordinate outside repairs and manage relationships with dealers, suppliers, and service vendors.
Work with Operations to communicate equipment status, downtime, and priorities.
Monitor equipment condition and advise on major repairs, replacement, and capital needs.
Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and professional shop.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety policies and DOT/OSHA requirements.
Track maintenance costs and identify opportunities to improve fleet reliability.
Build accountability for quality, productivity, safety, and uptime.