MV Transportation, Inc

Director of Fleet Maintenance

MV Transportation, Inc$150K — $162K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10 years of experience in fixed route bus maintenance management.
  • Experience managing 20+ employees, including fleet technicians and service workers.
  • Recent experience with 100+ buses in transit operations.
  • Track record in managing client relations on strategic fleet initiatives.
  • Ability to manage unionized labor relations effectively.
  • Experience controlling parts inventories and vendor negotiations.
  • Financial management skills specific to fleet maintenance operations.
  • Strong communication skills with staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and support all fleet maintenance operations to meet contractual requirements.
  • Monitor and analyze daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance reports.
  • Manage the budget for the maintenance program, promoting innovative preventive measures.
  • Ensure effective prioritization and scheduling of maintenance projects and assignments.
  • Conduct audits and manage preventive maintenance schedules.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a senior leadership role within a dynamic team.
  • Engage with diverse aspects of fleet operations and management.
  • Career advancement opportunities within the transit industry.
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Overview

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Responsibilities

MV is seeking a Director of Fleet Maintenance who is a dynamic, multi-task oriented, senior professional to provide oversight and support, and will ensure that all contractual requirements are achieved. Duties included will consist of monitoring the daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports, and must be able to properly manage a budget for the maintenance program and innovative preventive maintenance initiatives.

Qualifications

Talent Requirements:

  • Must have a minimum of eight (8) to 10 combined years of fixed route bus maintenance management experience.
  • Must have experience managing/ directing 20 plus employees (fleet techs/service workers/cleaners).
  • Experience working with 100+ buses within the last year.
  • Experience working in transit industry within the last year.
  • Previous passenger transportation in current project or similar environment preferred.
  • Must have client interface track record on strategic fleet initiatives, OSHA regulations and environmental requirements.
  • Must be able to manage and interface with unionized labor.
  • Must have the ability to track and control parts inventories, vendors and suppliers and warranty cost savings.
  • Must be able to properly prioritize, implement and manage work schedules, projects and assignments.
  • Must be able to manage the financial/accounting aspects of a fleet maintenance operation.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff in written and oral formats.
  • Must have technical competence with light/medium/heavy duty vehicle repair and preventive maintenance.
  • Must display initiative, professionalism, candor and tact at all times.
  • ASE or manufacture's certifications a plus.
  • Technical experience with fixed route/coach transit bus maintenance.
  • Solid knowledge of managing audits, PM schedules.
  • Experience with Diesel, CNG, and Alternative fuels a plus.
  • College degree or equivalent business management experience.
  • Management experience required.
  • Experienced in Word, Excel and database software and fleet software platforms.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High degree of multi-tasking skills.
  • Must have a CDL class B with passenger and airbrake endorsement.


Starting salary range: $150,000 - $162,000

About MV Transportation, Inc

MV Transportation, Inc. is a privately held transportation contracting firm based in Dallas, Texas. The company was founded in 1975 by husband and wife team Alex and Feysan Lodde. MV Transportation provides paratransit, fixed-route, shuttle, and school bus services to cities and counties throughout the United States and Canada. The company operates a fleet of over 15,000 vehicles and employs over 20,000 people. MV Transportation is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services to its customers.
Learn more about MV Transportation, Inc
Size
17,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1975

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