Director of Fleet Maintenance (East)

MTM Transit

22h•$90,720 - $136,080

About The Position

The Regional Director, Fleet Maintenance is responsible for leading fleet maintenance operations across assigned locations, ensuring vehicles are maintained safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. The role drives operational excellence through data analysis, maintenance best practices, performance metrics, and strategic planning to maximize fleet reliability and cost-effectiveness. The position requires up to 60–70% travel, including local, regional, and overnight travel throughout the East Region, subject to business needs. The employee must be able to operate a company or rental vehicle. Employment may be contingent upon successfully meeting annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) requirements.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive fleet maintenance leadership experience within the transit, transportation, or logistics industry.
Experience managing government contracts, compliance requirements, and operational oversight.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven business decisions.
Strong understanding of the transportation and transit industry, including current trends, operational challenges, and key cost drivers.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing transportation and fleet maintenance operations.
Technical expertise in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and fleet asset management.
Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs and practices.
Proven ability to evaluate performance, improve processes, and implement effective maintenance solutions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building abilities.
Must be able to operate a company or rental vehicle; employment may be contingent upon meeting annual MVR requirements.
Requires up to 60–70% travel, including local, regional, and overnight travel throughout the East Region, subject to business needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Transportation, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Experience leading multiple locations or regional maintenance operations preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement maintenance strategies that support operational efficiency, maximize fleet availability, and ensure effective utilization of company resources.
Analyze maintenance performance data, KPIs, and reporting metrics to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Interpret and apply contract requirements to maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and accountability across all locations.
Establish and guide maintenance specifications, standards, and best practices that meet agency requirements and industry expectations.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of fleet maintenance records, documentation, and reporting.
Monitor fleet performance trends, including parts consumption, component failures, and maintenance costs, to forecast future operational and budgetary needs.
Stay informed on emerging fleet technologies, including battery-electric vehicles, compressed natural gas (CNG), propane, and other alternative fuel systems.
Partner with operations and leadership teams to drive maintenance performance, safety initiatives, and service quality.