Job Overview
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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
Job Description
FedEx Freight, Inc. is a leading freight transportation and logistics company known for its commitment to reliable, efficient, and high-quality freight delivery services. As a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., FedEx Freight specializes in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, offering customers comprehensive freight solutions across North America. With a vast network of service centers and an emphasis on advanced technology and safety, FedEx Freight supports businesses by providing dependable and timely delivery of goods. The company values employee development, safety, and operational excellence, enabling it to maintain a strong reputation in the logistics and transportation industry.
FedEx Freight is currently seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to manage maintenance personnel and oversee equipment readiness at their freight shop locations. This position is pivotal to ensuring that fleet equipment is maintained in optimal condition, supporting the company's operational goals. The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor will lead and develop a team of maintenance employees, ensuring repairs meet high quality and timeliness standards. This role involves hands-on leadership, administrative duties, and collaboration across departments to enhance shop efficiency and safety. The position requires a proactive individual with a background in vehicle maintenance and team supervision, capable of managing workload and motivating staff to achieve operational excellence.
In this leadership role, the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for daily staffing plans to address workload demands and for monitoring employee performance with appropriate corrective measures. They will act as a crucial support link to the Operations team by handling all equipment-related concerns. The role demands close attention to administrative functions including payroll approval, maintaining repair orders, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The supervisor will enforce clean and safe working conditions and coordinate with Fleet Maintenance leadership and other departments such as Safety to address safety incidents and regulatory requirements.
The position entails exposure to various working conditions such as heavy traffic areas, diesel fumes, noise, dust, and environmental conditions depending on geographic location and operational needs. Candidates must be flexible with hours and be prepared to travel as needed. FedEx Freight offers a supportive work environment where the right candidate can advance their career by utilizing their technical skills and leadership capabilities to contribute to the company’s mission of providing exceptional freight transportation services.
FedEx Freight is currently seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to manage maintenance personnel and oversee equipment readiness at their freight shop locations. This position is pivotal to ensuring that fleet equipment is maintained in optimal condition, supporting the company's operational goals. The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor will lead and develop a team of maintenance employees, ensuring repairs meet high quality and timeliness standards. This role involves hands-on leadership, administrative duties, and collaboration across departments to enhance shop efficiency and safety. The position requires a proactive individual with a background in vehicle maintenance and team supervision, capable of managing workload and motivating staff to achieve operational excellence.
In this leadership role, the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for daily staffing plans to address workload demands and for monitoring employee performance with appropriate corrective measures. They will act as a crucial support link to the Operations team by handling all equipment-related concerns. The role demands close attention to administrative functions including payroll approval, maintaining repair orders, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The supervisor will enforce clean and safe working conditions and coordinate with Fleet Maintenance leadership and other departments such as Safety to address safety incidents and regulatory requirements.
The position entails exposure to various working conditions such as heavy traffic areas, diesel fumes, noise, dust, and environmental conditions depending on geographic location and operational needs. Candidates must be flexible with hours and be prepared to travel as needed. FedEx Freight offers a supportive work environment where the right candidate can advance their career by utilizing their technical skills and leadership capabilities to contribute to the company’s mission of providing exceptional freight transportation services.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of vehicle maintenance experience including at least six months of team lead, supervisory, or management experience in transportation, operations, parts or vehicle maintenance
- Ability to operate a manual transmission truck
- Valid driver’s license
- Basic written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance preferred
- Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations preferred
- Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task and strong organizational skills
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office and Internet
- Ability to travel as needed
- Willingness to work varying hours based on operational needs
- Ability to work in exposure to traffic, dust, diesel fumes, noise, chemicals, and varying climate conditions
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of vehicle maintenance experience including at least six months of team lead/supervisory/management experience
- One year of vehicle maintenance technical school training may substitute for one year of vehicle equipment maintenance experience
- Ability to operate a manual transmission truck to determine if operating properly
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Basic written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance preferred
- Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations preferred
- Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
- Multi-task oriented with good organizational skills
- Basic Microsoft Office and Internet skills
Job Duties
- Lead, educate and develop employees
- Ensure equipment repairs are completed in a high-quality and timely manner
- Monitor employee performance, provide corrective action, and be accessible to all areas of the shop
- Plan daily staffing to meet workload
- Provide support to the Operations team regarding all equipment-related issues
- Monitor and analyze opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies
- Perform administrative functions including payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance and compliance documentation
- Ensure clean, safe working conditions of the facility and equipment
- Communicate with Fleet Maintenance leadership to ensure Operations and company needs are met
- Identify and monitor equipment sent to outside vendors for repairs
- Conduct pre-shift meetings with employees and weekly meetings with Operations team
- Collaborate with Safety and other departments to investigate all safety and accident-related matters
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
- Perform other duties as required
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