Vice President, Maintenance

Transportation Equipment Network

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About The Position

TEN (Transportation Equipment Network) is seeking an experienced, visionary Vice President, Maintenance to lead and scale maintenance operations across its national network. As a member of the executive leadership team, this role oversees maintenance operations, including shop performance, fleet reliability, technician development, safety and compliance, vendor partnerships, capital planning, and maintenance technology initiatives. The Vice President will develop strategies, systems, processes, and talent initiatives to ensure fleet and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while supporting exceptional customer service. The role develops and executes a long-term maintenance strategy aligned with TEN’s growth objectives; establishes standards and operating procedures across locations; and drives continuous improvement, technology adoption, and operational discipline. It provides strategic oversight of facilities, shop operations, and mobile maintenance, while monitoring performance measures and working with Operations leadership to support asset utilization and fleet readiness. The Vice President manages operating and capital budgets, evaluates repair-versus-replace decisions, and uses operational and financial data to improve results. The role promotes safety, oversees regulatory compliance and maintenance-related safety programs, and supports enterprise risk management. It also builds and develops maintenance leadership teams, oversees training and career development, manages vendor and OEM relationships, and partners with Operations and Customer Service to improve reliability and customer satisfaction. The position is open to being based throughout the United States.

Requirements

10 or more years of progressive maintenance leadership experience.
5 or more years leading multi-site maintenance operations.
Proven success managing large maintenance organizations, budgets, and capital expenditures.
Experience building and developing high-performing leadership teams.
Strategic and visionary leadership.
Strong financial and business acumen.
Operational excellence and a continuous improvement mindset.
Expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and related regulatory requirements.
Exceptional communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Strong vendor management and negotiation experience.
Experience leveraging maintenance technologies and management systems to improve performance.

Nice To Haves

Background in transportation, trucking, fleet maintenance, trailers, heavy equipment, manufacturing, or related industries.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Transportation, Automotive Technology, or a related field.
MBA or other advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a long-term maintenance strategy aligned with TEN’s growth objectives.
Establish consistent maintenance standards, best practices, and operating procedures across all locations.
Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, technology adoption, and operational discipline.
Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes affecting maintenance operations.
Partner with executive leadership to support organizational growth and scalability.
Provide strategic oversight for maintenance facilities, shop operations, and mobile maintenance functions.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators for uptime, productivity, quality, cost control, and equipment reliability.
Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance programs are consistently executed.
Collaborate with Operations leadership to maximize asset utilization and fleet readiness.
Lead root-cause analysis and implement sustainable solutions to recurring maintenance issues.
Develop and manage maintenance operating and capital budgets.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance profitability.
Evaluate repair-versus-replace decisions and capital investment strategies.
Use operational and financial data to guide business decisions and improve performance.
Promote a culture of safety and personal responsibility.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and company requirements.
Lead maintenance-related safety programs, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
Support enterprise risk management and regulatory compliance efforts.
Develop recruiting, retention, and workforce planning strategies for maintenance talent.
Coach and develop Maintenance Managers, Service Managers, Shop Supervisors, and future leaders.
Oversee technical training, certification programs, apprenticeships, and career development pathways.
Build a culture of accountability, engagement, recognition, and continuous learning.
Develop and manage relationships with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers.
Negotiate contracts and service agreements to maximize value and performance.
Drive vendor accountability, procurement efficiency, and warranty recovery opportunities.
Partner with Operations and Customer Service teams to deliver service and reliability.
Ensure maintenance performance supports customer satisfaction, retention, and growth.
Lead resolution efforts for significant maintenance-related customer issues.