Maintenance Manager

Who We Are

Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?

• Investment in personal and professional development opportunities
• Competitive pay, including employee stock options and profit-sharing
• Benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance programs and pet insurance

What You’ll Do

• Create and maintain a safe yet efficient work environment
• Supervise and manage personnel, including hiring, training, evaluating, assisting with work-related issues, scheduling, and conducting productivity reviews
• Maintain employee turnover and morale, and assist with corrective action plans
• Coordinate in-service of new trucks and trailers, monitor trade programs, and generate reports
• Communicate with operations personnel and respond to driver issues
• Generate and review maintenance reports, and assist with vendor issues
• Manage parts and tire inventory, ensuring compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations
• Diagnose and address engine management and fuel injection component problems
• Perform floor-level operations, including managing the fuel island and quality control audits
• Assist with vendor reviews and manage the shop tire scrap-out program
• Train technicians and coordinate maintenance activities at dedicated accounts
• Ensure inspections of reseated trucks and participate in accident reviews
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in shop or working with trucks, and minimum of 2 years of leadership experience required
• Skills/Certifications: Driver’s license essential; personnel management, communication, understanding of maintenance regulations, advanced computer skills, and knowledge of DOT regulations required; annual and brake inspector certifications preferred; problem-solving and critical thinking skills; thorough understanding of corporate tire program