Regional Maintenance Manager

Venture Logistics, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Regional Maintenance Manager in Indianapolis. This role involves overseeing the maintenance of the fleet, managing a team of technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Strong leadership and a background in fleet maintenance are essential.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Opportunity for career advancement

Generous Vacation / Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with company match from day 1

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fleet maintenance, preferably in trucking.
• 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• ASE Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of trucks and trailers.
• Manage a team of fleet maintenance technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Associate's degree

5+ years of experience in fleet maintenance

Tools

Fleet maintenance management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

LOGISTICS FOR THE INDUSTRIOUS

At Venture, we help our clients deliver their products, their promises, and their potential every day. If you believe in delivering great customer service, value partnership, and are always looking for a challenge, we’d like to meet you.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Regional Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of all vehicles and equipment within a designated region. This includes managing the fleet of trucks and trailers, ensuring they are regularly serviced, inspected, and compliant with industry standards and regulations. The role involves managing a team of technicians, shop operations, scheduling maintenance repairs, and ensuring that all vehicles are safe and operational for the company's transportation needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of the company’s fleet of trucks and trailers
• Manage shop parts catalog to ensure inventory is current and accurate
• Manages inventory min/max settings to keep inventory value low while keeping out of stock requests to a minimum
• Monitor the condition of fleet vehicles and ensure they are compliant with all safety and regulatory standards (e.g., DOT, EPA).
• Coordinate emergency repairs and unplanned maintenance activities, minimizing the impact on fleet operations.
• Supervise and manage a team of fleet maintenance technicians and shop operations ensuring they are trained, efficient, and productive.
• Ensure proper staffing levels to meet the maintenance needs of the fleet.
• Foster a safety-first culture, ensuring that maintenance teams follow all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Ensure that all vehicles comply with state, federal, and industry regulations, including inspections, licensing, and certifications.
• Enforce safety policies, and ensure all equipment is roadworthy and meets compliance standards (e.g., DOT, FMCSA).
• Perform routine audits of equipment, shop locations and fleet records to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors, suppliers, and service providers for outsourced repairs and services.
• Utilize fleet management software to track maintenance schedules, repair history, and vehicle performance.
• Provide regular reports to the operations team on fleet status, maintenance activities, cost analysis, and operational efficiencies.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Travel required to oversee maintenance across multiple locations or sites.
• Availability for after-hours support as needed.
• Occasional work in a shop or outdoor environment, including inspections of vehicles and equipment.

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree and or 5+ years of experience in fleet maintenance, preferably in the trucking industry, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

REQUIRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.):

• ASE Certification (Automotive Service Excellence) in Medium/Heavy Truck.
• CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) preferred but not required.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills to address mechanical and operational issues.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, including DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA standards.
• Proficient in using fleet maintenance management systems (e.g., TMT, Samsara, Fleet Locate etc.)
• Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel, Word

OTHER INFORMATION:

The essential job functions and major job functions are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the job functions that an individual will be required or expected to perform. Position Descriptions may be changed or revised by the Company from time to time at its sole discretion.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Pay
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Generous Vacation / Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match from day 1
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

This Position Description is not intended to guarantee, and does not guarantee, ongoing employment or employment for a definite term, either in this position or with the Company. Absent an enforceable written contract to the contrary, and to the fullest extent allowed by federal, state and local law, an employee’s employment relationship with the Company is at-will.