Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
EXCEL TRUCKINGPosition and Primary Responsibilities The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's fleet maintenance operations, maintenance personnel, department budgets, truck routing and availability, and facility upkeep. This position ensures that company trucks, trailers, equipment, and buildings are maintained in a safe, reliable, and cost-effective manner. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Fleet Maintenance and Repairs: Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life. Ensure maintenance issues are addressed promptly and prioritize repairs based on safety, urgency, and operational needs. Monitor vehicle inspections, repair records, maintenance histories, and service intervals. Coordinate with shop manager, outside vendors, dealerships, and service providers as necessary. Monitor recurring mechanical issues and develop solutions to reduce repair frequency and costs. Track equipment downtime and work to improve fleet reliability and availability. Budgeting and Cost Management: Develop, manage, and monitor the maintenance department's operating budget. Track expenses related to labor, parts, repairs, outside vendors, equipment, and facility maintenance. Review invoices, estimates, purchase orders, and vendor charges for accuracy and cost-effectiveness. Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance expenses without compromising safety or quality. Monitor maintenance cost per truck, cost per mile where applicable, repair trends, and overall department spending. Provide regular budget updates, expense reports, and recommendations to upper management. Maintenance Team Leadership Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of assigned personnel. Assign repair work, establish priorities, and monitor job completion and productivity. Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to maintenance employees. Address workflow issues and resolve conflicts or operational challenges within the department. Building and Facility Maintenance Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and general condition of company buildings, shops, offices, yards, and other facilities. Coordinate routine building inspections and preventive maintenance for facility systems and equipment. Monitor the condition of parking areas, truck yards, shop floors, fencing, drainage, and exterior grounds. Schedule and supervise outside contractors and service providers performing facility repairs or improvements. Maintain records of facility repairs, inspections, service agreements, and related expenses. Develop facility maintenance plans and recommend improvements that support safe, efficient operations. Reporting and Operational Improvement Provide regular reports to management regarding fleet condition, maintenance expenses, truck availability, facility issues, and departmental performance. Monitor key performance indicators, including maintenance costs, downtime, preventive maintenance completion, repair turnaround time, and repeat repairs. Identify inefficiencies and implement procedures to improve maintenance operations. Collaborate with dispatch, operations, safety, accounting, and leadership to resolve issues affecting fleet performance. Perform additional duties and responsibilities assigned by management. Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off Work Location: In person