FMT Supervisor

Position Overview

The FMT (Fleet Maintenance Team) Supervisor isresponsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the fleet maintenancedepartment. This position ensures all trucks, support vehicles, and relatedequipment are properly maintained, compliant with safety standards, andavailable for operational use. The Supervisor manages preventive maintenance(PM) schedules, supervises staff, oversees vendor relationships, and controlsthe department’s budget to support overall company objectives.

Fleet Maintenance Management

• Input vehicles and maintenance records into the company’sfleet management system.
• Oversee preventive maintenance (PM) schedules for trucks,support vehicles, and equipment.
• Ensure timely inspections, repairs, and compliance with Newrestpolicy.
• Coordinate ordering and inventory of parts, tools, andsupplies for maintenance needs.
  
  

Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and develop the Fleet Maintenance Teamstaff.
• Lead workforce planning, including hiring, onboarding,coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations when necessary.
• Schedule and assign daily work tasks to ensureproductivity and safety standards are met.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, andcontinuous improvement.
  
  

Vendor & Budget Oversight

• Serve as the primary point of contact for externalvendors and service providers.
• Manage purchase orders (POs) related to vehicle repairs,services, and supplies.
• Monitor and control the FMT department budget, ensuringcost-effective operations without compromising safety or
  
  

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensuredocumentation meets company and regulatory standards.
• Prepare reports on fleet performance, downtime, costs,and preventive maintenance compliance.
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency,reduce costs, and extend vehicle life cycles.
  
  

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate orbachelor’s degree in logistics, automotive technology, or related fieldpreferred.
• 3–5 years of fleet maintenance or automotive supervisoryexperience.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs,diesel engines, and fleet management systems.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership skills with proven experience managing a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in fleet maintenance software and MicrosoftOffice Suite.
• Excellent communication skills for vendor and staffmanagement.
• Budget management and cost-control experience.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, OSHA standards, and vehiclecompliance requirements.
  
  

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 operationalenvironment.
• Exposure to shop environment with occasional lifting of upto 50 lbs.
• Flexible to work varying schedules as needed, includingweekends or evenings.