Maintenance Manager - Transit

Fountain; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) with 4% employer match

Unlimited PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Fountain is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee the management and coordination of maintenance for a fleet of commercial passenger vehicles. The role requires direct reporting to the Regional Maintenance Manager, scheduling vehicle maintenance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory inspections.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience in fleet management, strong knowledge of Cummins engine repairs, and possesses skills in Microsoft Office. The position offers an array of benefits, including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience managing a fleet of commercial passenger vehicles.
• Experience with Cummins engine repairs is required.
• Strong background in compliance with local DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of commercial passenger vehicles.
• Manage scheduling for maintenance with internal and external providers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety standards.

Skills

Compliance with DOT requirements

ASE Certification (Master Automotive Technician)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong mechanical background

Education

5 years’ experience with fleet management

5 years of Cummins Engine Repair

Bachelor’s Degree in related fields

Job description

Compensation $90,000.00 - $110,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visitwedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.

Job Description

The Maintenance Manager will report directly to the Regional Maintenance Manager and will be responsible for the management and coordination of maintenance for a fleet of commercial passenger vehicles. The Maintenance Manager will own the scheduling and review of all vehicle maintenance with in-house and 3rd party maintenance providers, while reviewing all repair details and costs. Included with the maintenance will be control of roadside response efforts and overseeing all regulatory compliance inspections of the organization’s fleet.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnoses malfunctions and performs vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines etc.) and related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements.
• Oversee and comply with local WeDriveU maintenance and safety SOPs, locally applicable public authority legislation, regulation and standards, ensuring that maintenance staff follow them.
• Utilize and supervise the local use of WeDriveU EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) ERP application, and maintenance facility staff to record and to track local maintenance work orders and parts inventory.
• Manage preventive maintenance and “unscheduled” repairs for the vehicles serviced by this facility.
• Represent the maintenance activity at the local level in its interaction, communication and coordination of activities with other local operations functions: driver care, route operations, and customer care.
• Supervise the maintenance staff.

Skills Required and Physical Demands

• Experience with compliance with the local applicable DOT compliance of Med / Heavy Trucks
• Prefer ASE Certification as a Master Automotive Technician and/or a Master Truck Technician
• Microsoft Office with robust experience in Excel
• Strong electronic filing, documentation tracking and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and consistent formatting.
• Self‑Motivated and driven problem solver
• Multiple years’ experience in transportation, encourage passenger transportation history
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work experience with mechanical background and aptitude
• Additional skills and physical demands may apply

Education and Qualifications

Hard requirements

• 5 years’ experience with fleet management company
• 5 years of Cummins Engine Repair

Preferred requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Finance, Logistics, and/or Transportation.
• CDL not required but preferred.

We Offer

Physical Health

• Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
• Competitive compensation packages
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Financial Wellness Tool

Emotional Health

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid holidays
• Pet & Legal Insurance

Personal Development

• On‑the‑job training and skills development
• Internal transfer opportunities for career growth

Benefits vary by position and location

WeDriveU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. We value excellence and recognize that by respecting the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of our workforce, we will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. We also see diversity as more than policies; it is imperative for enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available.