What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Communications Specialist position at Penske Truck Leasing and Logistics?
Position Summary
The Maintenance Communications Specialist manages all corporate maintenance communications activities including publications/newsletters, email, associate communications, intranet pages, PowerPoint presentations, and leadership messages. This role develops and implements communication strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness and ensure timely, accurate information flow across internal, organizational, field, customer, supplier, and media channels. Maintain current knowledge of emerging communication technologies and industry best practices by continuously researching, evaluating, and implementing innovative digital communication tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance maintenance message delivery, engagement, and operational effectiveness across field and corporate teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for Corporate Maintenance Communications across internal, organizational, field, customer, supplier, and media channels.
- Partner with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate complex maintenance procedures and practices into field-appropriate communications
- Coordinate content creation workflow from initial input through review and publication
- Ensure messaging meets the specific needs of field personnel and management audiences
- Maintain consistency and quality standards across all maintenance-related communications
- Facilitate knowledge transfer between technical experts and field operations teams
- Manage day-to-day communications activities including communication plans for major Maintenance initiatives, prioritization of all communications, and editing and publishing of content through appropriate delivery channels.
- Oversee content management and posting of maintenance materials on the intranet homepage and other virtual channels to ensure accessibility and relevance.
- Collaborate with management to create PowerPoint presentations for VIP tours and supplier meetings.
- Design, populate, and maintain shift huddle materials and screen presentations for field operations
- Produce and distribute monthly and quarterly newsletters such as MTB and the monthly Maintenance Newsletter with attention to timeliness and thoroughness.
- Develop, document, and maintain comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all maintenance communication functions, ensuring processes are clearly defined, consistently followed, and regularly updated to reflect evolving business needs and best practices.
- Maintain current knowledge of emerging communication technologies and industry best practices by continuously researching, evaluating, and implementing innovative digital communication tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance maintenance message delivery, engagement, and operational effectiveness across field and corporate teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years of experience in communications
Practical/Technical Skills:
- Technical writing skills with ability to translate complex maintenance procedures and technical subject matter into clear, field-appropriate communications
- Strong writing skills for printed and virtual collateral and proposal/presentation development
- Proficiency in PowerPoint design and presentation development
- Graphic design skills or experience with visual communication tools
- Knowledge of AP style guidelines
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Professional Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with and present to senior management
- Ability to communicate effectively with multi-generational audiences in the workplace
Success Metrics
- Communication scores on quality and growth surveys
- Internal customer feedback from meetings and presentations
- Efficiency of communication delivery and controlled email traffic
- Feedback from organization and field operations
- Timeliness and thoroughness of newsletter production
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category: Other Corporate
Job Function: Marketing & Communications
Job Family: General Administration
Address: 100 Kachel Boulevard
Primary Location: US-PA-Reading
Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2601296