Fleet Maintenance Manager

About the role

The Maintenance Manager oversees the day-to-day functions of mechanics, bus washers, utility workers and administrative staff members. Maintenance facilities typically operate on a three-shift basis to ensure that maintenance on equipment is completed; tests and inspections of products, services and process to evaluate quality or performance of that equipment is accomplished; and specifications are met to DOT, client or company standards. This position is based at our Grayslake, IL contract.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train and schedule Maintenance Technicians
• Approve priority of maintenance and repairs based on availability of materials and parts and requirements of scheduled operations
• Cookordinate and oversee work performed by outside vendors
• Ensure company and client equipment is maintained and operating efficiently
• Manage inventory
• Implement safety policies and procedures for the department per corporate requirements
• Participate in the development and administration of the operational budget
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Valid CDL Class B (or higher) with passenger and airbrake endorsements preferred
• 7 years+ experience in the repair and maintenance of all types of heavy-duty automotive and transit equipment
• 3 years+ of supervisory experience
• Broad understanding of all mechanical systems related to heavy-duty transportation vehicles
• Familiarity with laws & regulations associated with the safe operation of maintenance facilities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed

Benefits

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day)
• Frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
• Push and pull objects up to 10 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday
• Lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
• Occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to file or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job
• Tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise

Pay

Competitive compensation package of minimum $60,000– maximum $75,000/year (DOE)

Schedule

Flexible work schedule as needed