Director of Mobile Operations Fleet and Equipment

About the role

Responsible for the overall performance of PM shops, mobile welding operations, and fleet assets consistent with divisional and company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program, including planning, scheduling, coordination, execution, and completion tracking across all locations.
• Provide direction for maintaining, repairing, refurbishing, and manufacturing operating equipment and vehicles to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Ensure effective coordination between operations, PM shops, scheduling, and inventory to maintain continuous workflow and minimize equipment downtime.
• Oversee implementation and adherence to all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements including FMCSA, DOT, FRA, and OSHA.
• Provide direction of fleet safety programs including ELD systems, driver safety initiatives, compliance audits, and performance improvement actions to maintain and improve safety metrics.
• Develop and oversee budgets for PM shops, fleet maintenance, equipment programs, and capital expenditures; monitor financial performance and drive cost control initiatives.
• Review financial and operational performance, including KPIs such as uptime, PM and refurbishment completion rates, cost performance, utilization, and safety metrics, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure effective use of company systems (IFS, Power BI, Samsara and others) for maintenance tracking, cost management, reporting, and data-driven decision making.
• Analyze equipment performance, downtime trends, parts usage, and work order data to identify root causes and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead capital planning, working with Purchasing, and vendor management for fleet, equipment, parts, and services; maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Oversee MOD inventory planning and coordination with Purchasing / Warehouse to ensure availability of spare parts, consumables, and PPE to support PM and field operations.
• Coordinate fleet and equipment resource allocation across the division to support operational needs and optimize utilization.
• Partner with HR to determine staffing needs, support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning for PM shops and field operations support.
• Lead, coach, and develop managers and field personnel to improve capabilities, accountability, and overall organizational performance.
• Participate in strategic planning and execute assigned action plans in support of divisional goals.
• Lead regular meetings and communications to ensure alignment on safety, compliance, operational performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all required documentation, licensing, registration, and compliance reporting for fleet and equipment are completed accurately and on time.
• Travel as required to company, customer, and field locations to support operations, safety, and performance objectives.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel extensively via ground, rail, and air.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to walk and stand on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to climb in and out of mobile welders.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, and lift.

Environmental Conditions

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; 2-year technical or business degree preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment through the use of electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems.
• Basic math skills and ability to read and work with graphs.
• General computer knowledge.
• Detail oriented with good organizational and paperwork skills.
• Ability to properly communicate with associated Holland personnel and customers.
• Good coaching and training skills.
• Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland, L.P.
• Maintain a current eRailsafe badge and valid Passport.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the Holland Vehicle Fleet Policy.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• 401(k)
• Virtual Care options
• 2nd Opinion Assistance
• Mental Health Assistant
• Fertility benefits
• FSA Account
• Pet Insurance
• EAP
• Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Dependent scholarships
• Service and Recognition awards