Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Manager

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University is seeking a Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Manager at the Main Campus in Orem. You will lead a fleet and heavy equipment maintenance operation, perform hands-on diagnostics, and supervise a skilled team to ensure safe, reliable campus operations.

This role blends technical leadership with budget management and continuous improvement across the university’s fleet. The position requires advanced diagnostic skills, an ability to mentor staff, and experience managing

Qualifications

• Directly related experience in preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of vehicles/equipment.
• Experience leading a maintenance team or shop supervision.
• Ability to manage budgets, parts, and inventory.
• Knowledge of safety standards and compliance in fleet operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary working mechanic for university fleet and equipment.
• Supervise shop operations, budget, and personnel; assign work and monitor timelines.
• Develop and perform preventive maintenance programs for vehicles and equipment.
• Train university personnel in operation and safe use of vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and comply with regulatory reporting.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Leadership

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Education

A&P certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS systems

Maintenance software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Manager

Salary: $56,244.00 - $66,169.00 Annually
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2706744
Closing: 11/10/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: Main Campus - Orem
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel

Position Announcement

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fleet or heavyequipment maintenance professional to take a leadership role insupporting Utah Valley University's daily operations. As theVehicle and Equipment Maintenance Manager, you'll oversee a widerange of vehicles and equipment while serving as the shop's primarytechnical expert. Your expertise will help ensure that criticalcampus operations remain safe, reliable, and efficient, directlysupporting the University's employees, students, andfacilities.
This hands‑on leadership role offers the chance to combine advancedmechanical work with team supervision, training, and operationalmanagement. You'll lead a skilled maintenance team, oversee complexrepairs and preventative maintenance programs, and help drivecontinuous improvement across the University's fleet and equipmentoperations. For professionals who enjoy solving technicalchallenges, mentoring others, and making a visible impact throughtheir work, this position provides a rewarding opportunity to applyboth leadership and mechanical expertise in a dynamic campusenvironment.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary working mechanic for the Universitymechanic shop. Personally performs inspections, diagnostics,preventative maintenance, repair, fabrication, and safety testingon University vehicles and equipment, including complex,specialized, urgent, and high-priority repairs. Diagnoses andtroubleshoots mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine-relatedissues; performs auto body repair and painting as needed; operatesheavy and light equipment in support of maintenance activities.Maintains operational readiness, safety, and reliability of theUniversity fleet and equipment.
  
• Manages and supervises mechanic shop operations, budget, andpersonnel. Plans, prioritizes, assigns, and monitors work to ensuremaintenance and repair activities are completed safely,efficiently, and within established timelines. Provides technicalguidance, on-the-job training, performance feedback, and support toshop staff. Ensures appropriate staffing, workflow, tools, parts,inventory, and shop resources are available to meet operationalneeds. Recommends and coordinates the purchase of parts, supplies,tools, equipment, and outside repair service as needed. Maintainsinventory and ensures expenditures align with available budgetresources. Maintains shop tools, equipment, and work areas in safeoperating condition.
  
• Develops, administers, and performs preventative-maintenanceprograms for University vehicles and equipment. Conducts requiredinspections and certifies facilities, generators, and aerial lifts;prepares and submits required reports to the appropriate State ofUtah departments. Maintains complete, accurate, and detailedmaintenance, repair, inspection, inventory, and compliance records,as well as a library of mechanical and technicalmanuals.
  
• Trains University personnel in the proper start-up, operationand safe use of vehicles and equipment. Works with campusdepartments and colleges to assess equipment needs, explain repairrequirements, coordinate service schedules, and providerecommendations for repair, replacement, and safeoperation.
  
• Performs other job-related duties, as assigned.
  

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of directly related experience performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair on vehicles, equipment, small engines, heavy equipment, or comparable mechanical systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical manuals to perform mechanical repairs and maintenance.
  
• Experience providing work direction, training, or technical assistance to other employees OR demonstrated ability to lead daily work activities.
  
• Experience in monitoring expenditures, tracking purchase needs, or maintaining inventory for a maintenance, fleet, shop, construction, or similar function.
• Ability to obtain any University-or State-required certifications for generator inspections, aerial lift inspections, emissions testing, or equipment operation within an established timeframe after hire.
  
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, formal apprenticeship, or equivalent advanced training in automotive technology, diesel technology, heavy-equipment technology, aviation maintenance, or a closely related field.
• 6+ years of progressively responsible experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, ground equipment, generators, aerial lifts, hydraulic systems, or similar equipment.
• 2+ years of experience as a lead mechanic, shop supervisor, fleet-maintenance coordinator, or working mechanic manager.
  
• Experience managing a preventative-maintenance program, shop workflow, maintenance records, parts inventory, tools, vendors, and maintenance-related expenditures.
  
• Experience conducting inspections, maintaining compliance documentation, and preparing reports for generators, aerial lifts, emissions, or similarly regulated equipment.
• Experience performing auto body repair and painting.
  
• Current relevant industry certificates, such as aerial-lift inspection, generator inspection, commercial driver's license, or other applicable credentials.
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance, diagnostics, repair, fabrication, and preventative-maintenance practices.
  
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, engine, and safety systems used in vehicles and equipment.
  
• Knowledge of manufacturer maintenance specifications, technical manuals, inspection requirements, and maintenance record practices.
• Knowledge of safe shop operations, equipment operation, and applicable workplace safety requirements.
  
• Knowledge of managing a large-scale budget.
  

Skills

• Skill in diagnosing and repairing vehicles, generators, aerial lifts, ground equipment, construction equipment, and related mechanical systems.
• Skill in using diagnostic equipment, hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, testing instruments, and maintenance software or recordkeeping systems.
  
• Skill in using CMMS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe programs.
  
• Skill in prioritizing multiple maintenance and repair assignments.
  
• Skill in training employees and equipment operators in safe work and operating practices.
  
• Skill in maintaining clear, accurate, and detailed maintenance and inspection documentation.
  

Abilities

• Ability to perform hands-on mechanic duties while managing shop operations and supervising personnel.
  
• Ability to evaluate equipment condition, identify safety concerns, determine repair needs, and recommend appropriate action.
  
• Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, and respond effectively to urgent equipment failures.
  
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly with employees, University departments, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
  
• Ability to safely operate vehicles, equipment, tools, and shop machinery required for the position.
  

EEO Statement

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant'squalifications and ability to perform the job without regard torace, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability,veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-relatedconditions, genetic information, or other bases protected byapplicable federal, state, or local law.