Heavy Equipment Fleet Supervisor

Kimmel & Associates•Newark, NJ

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Fleet Supervisor oversees daily maintenance activities, shop productivity, and personnel management across a diverse fleet of heavy construction equipment and commercial vehicles. The role is responsible for repair quality, safety, regulatory compliance, equipment reliability, downtime reduction, and maintenance cost control. Working with shop foremen, fleet management, operations, and scheduling personnel, the supervisor coordinates maintenance priorities, develops team capabilities, and implements improvements that support field productivity. The position also oversees shop staffing and employee development, ensures maintenance records and compliance documentation are maintained, and supports continuous improvement in shop efficiency and performance.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in fleet supervision, heavy equipment maintenance management, or a similar shop leadership position.
Demonstrated knowledge of heavy construction equipment and on-road vehicle maintenance.
High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance management or diagnostic software.
Working knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA requirements, NJDOT regulations, and applicable New Jersey compliance requirements.
Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate personnel, and maintain productivity in a high-volume shop environment.
Experience maintaining, repairing, or overseeing service operations for equipment such as backhoes, dozers, front-end loaders, cranes, heavy construction machinery, mason dump trucks, flatbed trucks, lowboy trailers, heavy-duty transport vehicles, and on-road commercial and off-road construction vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Direct daily shop activities and establish priorities for an efficient, productive workflow.
Coordinate planned maintenance and urgent repairs with scheduling personnel to minimize equipment downtime.
Ensure technicians have the tools, parts, equipment, and technical resources needed to complete repairs.
Review maintenance work orders, verify repair quality, and ensure accurate CMMS documentation.
Investigate recurring equipment failures, repair deficiencies, and reliability issues to identify improvements.
Monitor fleet performance metrics and implement strategies to improve equipment availability and service life.
Assist in evaluating shop support equipment needs and vehicle specifications.
Provide leadership, direction, and performance oversight to shop foremen and maintenance personnel.
Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention initiatives.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels to meet maintenance demands and performance targets.
Conduct employee coaching, performance reviews, and individual development planning.
Coordinate foremen's schedules and approve vacation requests to maintain shop coverage.
Promote accountability, teamwork, and safety-focused maintenance activities.
Ensure shop operations comply with applicable OSHA, EPA, NJDOT, and New Jersey state requirements.
Conduct monthly inspections to identify workplace safety and environmental concerns.
Reinforce preventive maintenance procedures, repair standards, and established operating practices.
Support TPR initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen shop efficiency and performance.
Maintain complete and accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and compliance reporting.
Collaborate with operations and scheduling teams to ensure equipment is available when and where projects require it.
Work with fleet management to maintain consistent maintenance standards and achieve performance objectives.
Evaluate recommended repairs and maintenance strategies based on cost, equipment condition, and operational requirements.
Review and approve mechanic and technician timecards.
Communicate maintenance priorities, equipment issues, and resource requirements to relevant stakeholders.