Fleet Maintenance Manager

FLEET MAINTENANCE MANAGER 

Position Title: Fleet Maintenance Manager

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: General Manager

Position Summary

The Fleet Maintenance Manager leads all maintenance and repair operations for the paratransit fleet. This role oversees a team of mechanics, manages preventive maintenance schedules, ensures regulatory compliance, and maintains safe, road-ready vehicles to support service delivery.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Direct daily activities of mechanics and maintenance personnel.

· Oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and road calls.

· Maintain accurate maintenance records compliant with FTA/MARTA standards.

· Manage inventory, parts ordering, and vendor relationships.

· Ensure shop safety, cleanliness, and equipment readiness.

· Train and evaluate maintenance staff.

· Support budgeting for materials, staffing, and equipment.

· Coordinate emergency maintenance support as needed.

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Minimum Qualifications

· 5+ years of fleet maintenance or automotive operations experience.

· Supervisory experience in a maintenance shop.

· Strong knowledge of DOT, ADA, and paratransit vehicle requirements.

· Ability to manage preventive maintenance schedules and documentation.

· Excellent communication and leadership skills.

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Preferred Qualifications

· ASE certifications (A1–A9, H8) or OEM training.

· Experience managing a fleet of 70+ vehicles.

· Experience in public transit or paratransit maintenance.

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Skills & Competencies

· Technical maintenance proficiency

· Team leadership

· Recordkeeping accuracy

· Budget and inventory management

· Problem-solving and decision-making

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· PM on-time completion rate

· Road call reduction

· Vehicle availability percentage

· Shop safety compliance

· Accuracy of maintenance records

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

· Maintenance shop environment with exposure to noise and equipment.

· Ability to lift 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and climb onto vehicles.

· May require weekend or emergency availability.

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Why Work With Us

Join an experienced maintenance team committed to safety, reliability, and high-quality fleet performance. Your leadership keeps our riders safe and our service strong.