Travel-Heavy Fleet Maintenance Manager: Lead & Optimize

Amerit Fleet Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid vacation/holidays

Safety glasses reimbursement

Amerit University training

Referral bonus up to $500

ASE certification reimbursement

Employee discounts

EAP

Nurse triage line

ERGs

Job summary

Amerit Fleet Solutions in Chicago, IL seeks a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians in a proactive maintenance program for heavy-duty trucks and trailers. The role requires 60-70% travel across IL locations and oversight of shop operations, payroll approval, and compliance. Competitive salary with weekly pay and annual bonus opportunities.

You'll develop staff, monitor performance, and ensure safety standards while coordinating with clients to meet fleet goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of fleet maintenance or operations experience and 5-8 years of direct management.
• Prior technician or mechanic experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with heavy-duty truck/trailer repair.
• Willingness to travel 60-70%.
• Thorough knowledge of DOT rules and company procedures.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Fleet Management systems and ERP/timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Lead, educate and develop employees.
• Monitor employee 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.
• Monitor and analyze opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies.
• Perform payroll approval and compliance documentation.

Skills

Fleet maintenance experience

Management experience

DOT rules knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Computer skills

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet Management systems

ERP/timekeeping systems

Job description

Amerit Fleet Solutions in Chicago, IL seeks a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians in a proactive maintenance program for heavy-duty trucks and trailers. The role requires 60-70% travel across IL locations and oversight of shop operations, payroll approval, and compliance. Competitive salary with weekly pay and annual bonus opportunities.

You'll develop staff, monitor performance, and ensure safety standards while coordinating with clients to meet fleet goals.