Fleet Maintenance Operations Manager (Diesel Shop)
XPO•LaSalle, IL
•$100,107 - $125,133•Onsite
About The Position
Lead a high-performance, 24/5 maintenance operation. Build a strong team. Keep the fleet that keeps America moving in top shape. At XPO, our fleet is the heartbeat of our business. As a Fleet Maintenance Operations Manager, you’ll lead a 24-hour, five-day-a-week maintenance operation that keeps our trucks and trailers safe, reliable, and ready to roll. If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment, this role gives you the chance to make a measurable impact every single day.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in diesel maintenance, repair, and fleet maintenance
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a related field
- Current ASE certifications
- Current CDL
- Experience in Less-than-Truckload (LTL) operations
- Experience managing teams of 15 or more employees
- Ability to work a variety of shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends) to support a 24/5 shop operation
- Experience managing a P&L, budget, and large inventories
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills
- Ability to travel up to 10%
Responsibilities
- Oversee a full-scale maintenance operation and lead a team responsible for keeping our fleet safe, compliant, and operating at peak performance.
- Lead, mentor, schedule, and develop a team of maintenance employees and contingent workers.
- Participate in hiring, performance management, promotions, and disciplinary decisions.
- Support maintenance operations at outlying service centers.
- Oversee routine and preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.
- Ensure all work orders—including commercial work—are completed accurately and on time.
- Manage inventory levels, cycle counts, and parts movement within established thresholds.
- Analyze trends in parts usage, uptime, non-movement, and productivity to drive efficiency.
- Maintain a safe, compliant, and high-quality shop environment.
- Ensure adherence to company procedures, DOT regulations, and standard work instructions.
Benefits
- Full health benefits on day one
- Life and disability insurance
- Up to 15 days of PTO in your first year
- 9 paid company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Education assistance
- Eligibility for company incentive plan
- Sign-on bonus
- Annual and long-term incentive awards
- Equity buyout award
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
