Director of Operations Fleet and Equipment

Holland, L.P.•University Park, IL

3d•$130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Director of Operations – Fleet and Equipment is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all MOD PM shops, mobile welding assets, and assigned fixed locations. The role oversees fleet and equipment performance, including maintenance, refurbishment, utilization, and uptime across the division. The Director leads managers overseeing PM shop and field operations and owns the end-to-end Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program, from planning and scheduling through execution and continuous improvement. The position supports divisional objectives for safety, profitability, equipment reliability, and customer satisfaction, and coordinates with operations, scheduling, inventory, safety, and support functions. The Director is accountable for performance metrics and financial results, compliance with Holland policies and applicable FMCSA, DOT, FRA, and OSHA regulations, and continuous improvement through data, systems, and team development. Travel to company, customer, and field locations is required as needed.

Requirements

10 or more years of progressive fleet, equipment, maintenance, or transportation operations experience.
Demonstrated responsibility for a large, geographically dispersed fleet or heavy/mobile equipment operation.
Experience managing maintenance budgets, operating expenses, capital expenditures, and equipment lifecycle decisions.
Strong working knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, reliability, refurbishment, equipment utilization, downtime reduction, and lifecycle management.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems and schematics.
Demonstrated experience using maintenance and operating data to improve uptime, PM compliance, asset utilization, and total cost of ownership.
Experience with parts and inventory management, procurement, OEMs, repair vendors, and supplier negotiations.
Experience developing equipment replacement and capital planning strategies.
Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland, L.P.
Maintain a current eRailsafe badge and valid passport.
Valid driver’s license and compliance with the Holland Vehicle Fleet Policy.
Ability to travel extensively via ground, rail, and air.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations; walk and stand on uneven surfaces; climb in and out of mobile welders; and bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, and lift.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Fleet Management, Supply Chain, or a related field; an equivalent combination of technical education and relevant experience is acceptable.
Five or more years leading managers and multi-location operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee the performance of PM shops, mobile welding operations, and fleet assets in alignment with divisional and company objectives.
Lead the end-to-end Preventative Maintenance Program, including planning, scheduling, coordination, execution, and completion tracking across locations.
Direct maintenance, repair, refurbishment, and manufacturing of operating equipment and vehicles to maximize uptime and reliability.
Coordinate operations, PM shops, scheduling, and inventory to sustain workflow and minimize equipment downtime.
Oversee implementation and adherence to safety policies, procedures, and FMCSA, DOT, FRA, and OSHA requirements.
Direct fleet safety programs, including ELD systems, driver safety initiatives, compliance audits, and performance improvement actions.
Develop and oversee budgets for PM shops, fleet maintenance, equipment programs, and capital expenditures; monitor financial performance and cost control.
Review operational and financial KPIs, including uptime, PM and refurbishment completion rates, cost performance, utilization, and safety metrics, and implement corrective actions.
Ensure effective use of company systems for maintenance tracking, cost management, reporting, and data-driven decisions.
Analyze equipment performance, downtime trends, parts usage, and work order data to identify root causes and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead capital planning and vendor management for fleet, equipment, parts, and services; work with Purchasing and maintain supplier relationships.
Oversee MOD inventory planning and coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse to ensure parts, consumables, and PPE are available.
Coordinate fleet and equipment resource allocation across the division with Sr. Directors and Directors of Operations.
Partner with HR to determine staffing needs and support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning for PM shops and field operations support.
Lead, coach, and develop managers and field personnel.
Participate in strategic planning and execute assigned action plans supporting divisional goals.
Lead regular meetings and communications on safety, compliance, operational performance, and continuous improvement.
Ensure required fleet and equipment documentation, licensing, registration, and compliance reporting are completed accurately and on time.
Travel as required to company, customer, and field locations to support operations, safety, and performance objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.