Direct oversight and planning of the company shops and rolling assets within the above region.
Create and maintain efficient shop performance standards (standard repair times (SRT’s) KPI’s, procedures (SOP’s) and policies
Maintain strict adherence to company operations, safety policies, and develop/amend SOP’s as needed
Adherence and awareness of all DOT, FMCSA rules/regulations
Create and assure the accuracy of parts inventories and monitory cost versus budget
Maintain department budget to control maintenance costs relating to personnel, purchasing, inventory control and outsourcing of repairs
Oversee vehicle preventive maintenance schedules and process
Interview, train and coach subordinate staff members and complete employee assessments and performance reviews
Be a strong leader for the company’s driver retention efforts through encouragement, coaching and active participation within your department and throughout the entire company
Direct supervisory staff in the planning of rolling stock repair and maintenance jobs
Operate and utilize computerized diagnostic (TMT) and other tracking systems
Provide reports to senior leadership weekly/monthly
Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested
Create and implement a business plan for area of responsibility including processes, protocols and procedures to streamline productivity and set benchmarks. Update as necessary
Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Develop relationships with OEM’s, outside vendors to ensure current, future technology and outside assistance
REQUIREMENTS:
10 years of related experience in fleet management, maintenance, operations, general management
Minimum of 6 years diesel tech experience
Knowledge of DOT and FMCSR regulations
Effectively manage 25+ employees in multiple locations
Must have strong leadership skills with a high level of communication skills in all forms (in person, email, text, etc.)
Must be detail-oriented; understand workflows; be highly organized; able to multitask and work well under pressure
Knowledge of Maintenance TMS software
Financial and budgeting skills
Available to travel to Maintenance locations as necessary