Director of Maintenance - FreightTAS

Director of Maintenance
Job Summary:

The Director of Maintenance oversees and implements company policies and procedures related to trucking maintenance across all facilities, managing a large fleet of trucks, and ensuring efficient shop operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and monitor truck maintenance policies and procedures
  
• Manage and support maintenance personnel across all facilities
  
• Provide product and service information to customers and resolve issues
  
• Ensure new trucks meet company specifications
  
• Review and address road call reports and implement training as needed
  
• Improve shop efficiencies and reduce costs
  
• Support branch managers, office staff, and shop personnel
  
• Keep shop resources and equipment up to date
  
• Review training needs and recommend classes or in-house training
  
• Visit locations to support and recommend operational improvements
  
• Review DSP performance and communicate with branch management teams
  
• Write damage appraisals and schedule repairs for accident trucks
  
• Approve and process body shop invoices and hardware orders
  
• Research and recommend equipment and truck purchases
  Requirements:
  
  • 10 years of diesel mechanical experience
    
  • Management experience
    
  • Union shop exposure a plus
    Relevant Skills:
    
    • Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance
      
    • Experience with fleet maintenance management software
      
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
      
    • Excellent leadership and management skills
      
    • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
      
    • Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
      
    • Experience with budgeting and cost control
      
    • Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures
      
    • Familiarity with quality control and quality assurance processes
      
    • Certification in diesel mechanics or related field (ASE, etc.)
      Salary and Benefits:
      
      • Salary range: $110,000 - $150,000 per year
        
      • Benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off
        Job Location:
        
        • Lindenhurst, New York (onsite work required)
          Fleet Information:
          
          • Manage a large fleet of trucks (500 vehicles)
            
          • Ensure fleet maintenance and repair schedules are met
            
          • Optimize fleet performance and reduce downtime
            Seniority Level
            
            • Director
              Industry
              
              • Truck Transportation
                
              • Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
                
              • Repair and Maintenance
                Employment Type
                
                • Full-time
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