Fleet Maintenance Manager

TFA Logistics is seeking an experienced Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead our Kansas City, MO terminal shop and work alongside a team of tractor and trailer technicians. This role combines shop leadership with advanced repair work—approximately 60% management and 40% hands-on diagnostics, repairs and technical coaching . Reporting to the Director of Maintenance, you will manage shop performance, develop technicians and serve as the terminal’s technical expert for complex repairs, quality and DOT compliance. What You’ll Do Lead daily shop operations, schedule repairs and preventive maintenance, and coordinate equipment availability with dispatch and operations. Diagnose and repair complex tractor and trailer issues, spending approximately 40% of your time on hands-on work. Ensure repair quality through inspections, road tests and final checks on major repairs and recurring problems. Lead, train and develop five technicians, partnering with HR on staffing and performance decisions. Manage the shop budget, parts inventory, purchasing and outside repair services. Maintain DOT compliance, shop safety and audit readiness, including inspections, recalls and corrective actions. Maintain accurate maintenance records and track shop performance, repair costs and out-of-service equipment. Work with manufacturers, dealers and vendors on warranties, technical support and recurring equipment failures. Required Qualifications At least 12 years of heavy-duty fleet maintenance experience, including shop management or supervision. At least four years of hands-on heavy-duty tractor repair experience and four years of trailer repair experience. Current advanced diagnostic and repair skills on both tractors and trailers. ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications in T2—Diesel Engines and T4—Brakes , at minimum. EPA Section 609 motor vehicle air conditioning certification. Qualification to perform DOT annual inspections on tractors and trailers. Working knowledge of Fleet Rock or a similar shop management system, Samsara telematics and McLeod. Experience with parts inventory, shop scheduling, budgets and technician development. Valid driver’s license and a full set of professional hand tools. Preferred Qualifications ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician certification (T2–T8). Valid Class A CDL. Cummins engine and Eaton transmission experience. Refrigeration unit diagnostic experience. Bilingual English/Spanish. OSHA 30 or equivalent safety training. Work Environment and Schedule This position requires working under, on top of and around tractors and trailers in a shop environment and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Duties include lifting up to 50 pounds and standing, kneeling, crouching and climbing for extended periods. Occasional night or weekend work is required to address equipment availability needs. What Success Looks Like A safe, organized shop; timely, dependable repairs; technicians who continue to develop their skills; and equipment that is ready when operations needs it. Priorities include eliminating overdue preventive maintenance and open recalls, reducing repeat repairs and managing costs. Responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and may change based on operational needs. Apply through Indeed with a resume outlining your shop leadership experience, tractor and trailer repair background, and current certifications. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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