Fleet Maintenance Manager

Amerit Fleet Solutions•DeKalb, IL

2d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Amerit Fleet Solutions is hiring a Fleet Maintenance Manager in the Chicago, Illinois area. The manager leads technicians and mechanics in a quality-focused preventative maintenance and repair program for large and heavy-duty vehicles and other equipment, supporting a safe and efficient fleet. The role oversees multiple shop operations, plans staffing to meet workload, supports operations with equipment issues, and communicates with clients to meet operational and company needs. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $90,000–$110,000, depending on experience, with additional bonus opportunities; pay is weekly. The manager may need to travel to oversee multiple assigned shop locations. The position includes leading, educating, and developing employees; monitoring performance; maintaining safe and clean facilities and equipment; and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Administrative work includes payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance, and compliance documentation. The manager also conducts pre-shift meetings, handles corrective action, interviews and hires shop personnel, monitors cost and efficiency opportunities, and tracks equipment sent to outside repair providers.

Requirements

At least 2 years of industry experience in fleet maintenance or an operations capacity.
5–8 years of direct management experience.
Prior technician or mechanic experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Familiarity with heavy truck and trailer repair and maintenance.
Ability to travel as needed to oversee multiple assigned shop locations.
Thorough knowledge of DOT rules and regulations and company policies and procedures.
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and communication with peers and supervisors.
Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Word, Excel, fleet management systems, and exposure to a large ERP/timekeeping system.

Responsibilities

Lead, educate, and develop employees.
Monitor employee performance and remain accessible throughout the shop.
Oversee multiple shop operations.
Plan daily staffing to meet workload.
Support the operations team with equipment-related issues.
Monitor and analyze opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Perform administrative functions, including payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance, and compliance documentation.
Address corrective action for direct reports.
Maintain clean and safe working conditions for the facility and equipment.
Communicate with clients to ensure operational and company needs are met.
Identify and monitor equipment sent to outside sources for repairs.
Conduct pre-shift meetings.
Comply with applicable laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Interview and hire for shop positions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Life insurance and disability insurance.
401(k) match program.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement.
Career and learning development through an extensive training program at Amerit University.
Employee referral program with bonuses up to $500.
ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus.
Employee recognition platform with opportunities to redeem points for merchandise.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
24/7 nurse triage line.
Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets.
Employee resource groups that foster inclusion.
Additional bonus opportunities.