Fleet Maintenance Supervisor - 3rd Shift

At High Transit, we don’t just haul heavy, we haul with purpose, precision, and pride. As the specialty hauler for High Industries and a trusted partner throughout the Mid-Atlantic, we transport oversized and overweight loads that others can’t — safely, efficiently, and always in control. From bridge steel and concrete components to heavy equipment and industrial materials, we handle every detail, from routing and permitting to escorting and delivery. Our drivers and logistics professionals are the heart of our operation, backed by a safety-first culture, in-house mechanics, and a team that’s got your back every mile.

About the role

The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the direction and supervision of fleet maintenance personnel in support of the High Transit fleet and the equipment of supported SBUs, including:

• Coordinating planned and emergent maintenance and repairs
• Preventive maintenance program compliance
• Assigning mechanics/labor force to specific duties
• Maintaining direct report’s timecards and flex labor with production demands
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues

This is a 3rd Shift position working Sunday-Thursday with a 6PM-7PM start time.

Responsibilities

• Assess, prioritize, assign, and review maintenance work daily via schedules and work orders as directed by the Fleet Maintenance Manager.
• Coordinate with High Transit Shipping department and supported SBU staff to minimize equipment downtime and maximize operational efficiencies.
• Oversee repair diagnostics on more complex matters and provide coaching where necessary; may be required to road test vehicles to determine necessary repairs.
• Oversee maintenance shop inventory control system to ensure necessary equipment and parts levels are maintained and purchases are within budget.
• Review and approve expenses that are within scope of approval level; refer larger expenses or major repairs to Fleet Maintenance Manager.
• Establish and update preventive maintenance requirements and frequency in the SAP Maintenance system, including periodic reviews of equipment on PM and addition of new equipment.
• Provide input and assist in the preparation of new equipment justifications and in the selection of the best equipment needed to improve operational efficiencies.
• Support the Asset Manager with capital plan development and prioritization of equipment replacement.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions on-site and on the road.
• Provide input to Fleet Maintenance Manager on manpower planning within the department with respect to coworkers’ skill levels, expertise, and forecasted demand.
• Manage coworker performance of direct reports through coaching, feedback, performance evaluations, training plans, and corrective action recommendations consistent with company policy.
• Promote a safety awareness culture in the Fleet Maintenance department in accordance with corporate safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Maintain and submit on time all records and reports necessary and/or assigned, including time sheets, out-of-service lists, work pending lists, parts and labor usage, training checklists, and Toolbox Talk forms.
• Identify, develop, and implement process and system improvements to enhance departmental efficiency, including transitioning paper-based workflows to digital tools.
• Work with the Fleet Maintenance Manager to evaluate month-end maintenance metrics to ensure targeted goals and cost controls are in place.
• Perform other duties as requested or necessary to meet business conditions or changes.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school plus coursework in auto and/or equipment mechanics at a trade school.
• Three (3) years’ experience as a lead mechanic or equivalent combination of education and experience in a role requiring a thorough knowledge of safe working practices, DOT, OSHA, and other federal and state regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google Documents, and SAP applications.

Qualifications

• PA Class 7 State Inspection license (to retain PA inspection station).
• Federal Inspection certificate.
• Federal Commercial Driver’s license Class A.
• Air brake certification.
• E.P.A. refrigerant purchase and handling certificate.

Dimensions

The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for 10-15 full-time technicians on multiple shifts as well as several part-time coworkers in the maintenance of 1000+ High Company owned assets.

Reporting Relationships

The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor is accountable to and appointed by the Fleet Maintenance Manager in consultation with the Fleet Maintenance Superintendent. The role involves leading, managing, and working with Fleet Maintenance personnel to achieve business objectives.