Fleet Maintenance Manager
About The Position
North America Central is seeking a hands-on Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee two maintenance facilities in the Milwaukee region: a conventional school bus maintenance facility and a large electric school bus operation. The manager will support the launch of the new facility, lead and develop maintenance teams, and help ensure safe, reliable daily transportation for students. The role also involves improving preventative maintenance, safety compliance, and fleet reliability; advancing electric-vehicle maintenance practices; and coordinating with operations, dispatch, leadership, and vendors. The position is suited to a transportation maintenance professional with shop leadership, vehicle diagnostics, and workflow experience who is interested in zero-emission student transportation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of transportation industry experience, including repairing and maintaining medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.
- At least 3 years of direct maintenance shop supervision experience.
- CDL required; training is provided.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work varied and early morning hours as required.
- Professional and appropriate dress.
- Ability to use or learn to use the internet, required programs, office equipment, phones, fax machines, and other electronic devices.
- Proficiency in advanced vehicle diagnostic applications and maintenance practices.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- Technical training preferred.
- ASE certification strongly preferred.
- Diesel certification strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with alternative-fuel and/or electric-vehicle technology preferred.
- Managerial experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop maintenance teams across both facilities.
- Manage the setup and successful launch of the new maintenance facility.
- Optimize preventative maintenance programs, safety compliance, and fleet reliability.
- Promote the adoption of electric-vehicle maintenance practices and technology.
- Collaborate with operations, dispatch, and leadership teams.
- Apply expertise in vehicle diagnostics, shop workflow, and vendor management.
- Perform job duties safely in accordance with OSHA guidelines and applicable federal and state laws.
- Follow company policies and procedures while carrying out job duties.
- Maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward employees and customers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
