Fleet Maintenance Manager

Federal Way, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $135,000.00 - $145,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

PPO Medical

Medical HSA

prescription

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

telemedicine

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Group Accident Insurance

long term disability insurance

Short term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

critical illness insurance

Hospital Indemnity insurance

Substance abuse professional programming

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Driver Referral Bonus

Mechanic referral bonus

Job Description

MV Transportation is a leading provider of specialized transportation management services, with a primary focus on public transit operations across various regions of the United States. As a company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions, MV Transportation has established itself as a key player in the transit industry, operating a diverse fleet of vehicles including fixed route buses, paratransit vehicles, and commuter shuttles. With a strong emphasis on compliance, innovation, and customer satisfaction, MV Transportation partners with municipalities and private organizations to manage and optimize transit operations that cater to the needs of communities and organizations alike. The company's dedication to sustainability and technological improvement ensures that it is at the forefront of the evolving transit sector.

The role of Fleet Maintenance Manager at MV Transportation is a critical senior-level position that involves overseeing the comprehensive maintenance activities of a fixed route bus operation. This position requires a dynamic and multi-task oriented professional responsible for managing all day-to-day maintenance operations, ensuring that the fleet remains in optimal working condition and adheres to all safety and regulatory standards. The Fleet Maintenance Manager will be accountable for meeting all contractual maintenance requirements, preparing and reviewing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance reports, and managing the maintenance budget effectively. This role demands a strong leadership presence as it involves directing a team of more than 10 employees, including fleet technicians, service workers, and cleaners.

Additionally, the Fleet Maintenance Manager must have technical competence in light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicle repairs and preventive maintenance, especially within the fixed route transit bus environment. Experience working with a fleet of 50 or more buses is essential, as is the ability to manage parts inventories, vendors, and supplier relationships. Responsibilities extend to prioritizing, planning, and managing work schedules and projects to ensure maintenance activities align with operational goals. The ideal candidate will be proficient in financial and accounting aspects related to fleet maintenance and capable of communicating effectively across all organizational levels.

The position offers a competitive starting salary range from $135,000 to $145,000 annually, along with healthcare benefits including PPO medical plans, dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, as well as telemedicine services, life insurance, and disability benefits. Additional perks include a 401k retirement plan, paid time off with accruals starting at 3.08 hours bi-weekly, 8 paid holidays, and generous paid sick leave. MV Transportation also offers referral bonuses for drivers and mechanics, highlighting the company’s commitment to attracting and retaining qualified personnel. MV Transportation operates an equal employment opportunity policy that embraces diversity and prohibits discrimination based on protected legal statuses.

Job Requirements

three years recent relevant experience managing maintenance functions of transit bus maintenance shop
experience managing or directing ten plus employees
experience working with fifty or more buses
ability to manage client relations
skills to track and control parts inventories, vendors, and suppliers
ability to prioritize and implement work schedules, projects, and assignments
capability to manage financial and accounting aspects of maintenance
effective communication abilities
computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook
technical competence in light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicle repair and preventive maintenance
CDL class B with passenger and airbrake endorsement mandatory

Job Qualifications

minimum three years experience managing transit bus maintenance functions within last five years
experience managing a team of 10 or more employees
experience with fleet size of 50 or more buses
previous passenger transportation environment experience preferred
strong client management skills
ability to track and manage parts inventories and suppliers
ability to manage work schedules and projects
experience managing financial and accounting aspects of fleet maintenance
effective communication skills in written and oral formats
computer proficiency including word processing, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook
technical competence in vehicle repair and preventive maintenance
professional demeanor with initiative and tact
ASE or manufacturer certifications preferred
technical experience with fixed route transit bus maintenance
knowledge of managing audits and preventive maintenance schedules
experience with diesel, CNG, and alternative fuels preferred
CDL class B with passenger and airbrake endorsements required

Job Duties

manage day-to-day fleet maintenance operations
ensure compliance with contractual maintenance requirements
prepare and analyze maintenance reports daily, weekly, monthly, and annually
oversee and manage a team of more than 10 maintenance employees
manage maintenance budgets and financial aspects of fleet maintenance operations
track and control parts inventories, vendors, and suppliers
prioritize and manage work schedules, projects, and assignments