Transit Fleet Maintenance Director: Lead Safety & Reliability

Energy Jobline ZR; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick days

Holidays

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Transdev is seeking a Director of Maintenance for the Fairfax Connector contract to lead maintenance operations, ensure safety, reliability, and cost control across fleets and facilities.

You will manage a large maintenance team, coordinate with client and regulators, and drive continuous improvement using data analytics and predictive planning. A strong regulatory background and extensive supervisory experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration, mechanical or industrial engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of DOT, FTA, OSHA, EPA, and transit industry regulations.
• Ten years journey-level heavy mechanic experience.
• Five years supervisory experience supervising 20+ mechanics.
• Formal training in electric/hybrid propulsion systems.
• CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements.
• ASE Master Technician with brakes, steering/suspension endorsements, PMI.
• Fleet Manager certification.
• Proficiency with maintenance management software (Fleet Watch, Fleet Focus, Clever Devices ITS, hummingbird).
• Strong organization and labor relations skills; cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to maintenance managers, supervisors, technicians, and staff; manage recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance.
• Serve as primary liaison with client representatives, regulatory agencies, and leadership; coordinate inquiries and corrective actions.
• Develop and manage long/short-range maintenance plans and budgets; monitor expenses and vendor contracts.
• Oversee inventory management, procurement, and supplier performance; negotiate service agreements.
• Ensure adherence to Polices, safety regulations, and client standards; drive continuous improvement and data-driven decisions.
• Lead audits and regulatory reviews; implement corrective action plans for deficiencies.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Fleet Watch

Fleet Focus

Clever Devices ITS

GFI Odyssey

Job description

Transdev is seeking a Director of Maintenance for the Fairfax Connector contract to lead maintenance operations, ensure safety, reliability, and cost control across fleets and facilities.

You will manage a large maintenance team, coordinate with client and regulators, and drive continuous improvement using data analytics and predictive planning. A strong regulatory background and extensive supervisory experience are essential.