The Maintenance Manager is responsible to oversee equipment maintenance of all company assets. Responsibilities include maintaining a preventive maintenance program, supervising, coordinating and negotiating third party repair vendors while having the ability to make fact, cost-based repair decisions. The Maintenance Manager should have thorough knowledge of mechanical repairs to trucks and trailers, supervision experience and a strong demonstration of root cause decision making. Knowledge of computers, cost analysis, evaluating P & L performance, review and manage vendor repair estimates, inventory, and DOT Compliance

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Check for PMs, campaigns, and other repairs as needed

· Dispatch repairs – truck and trailer - as needed in alignment with company standards and vendor allocation

· Review status of down equipment and follow up on exceptions

· Review and update report for all equipment out of service outside vendor, as well as vehicle history

· Effectively communicate with Operations on outstanding action items and discuss areas of concern from a maintenance and equipment point of view

· Discuss equipment needs with operations and other stakeholders.

· Monitor all maintenance activity through Company generated reporting, including trends.

· Routinely evaluate performance of existing vendors. Ensure invoicing, pricing and delivery schedules are met as expected and agreed upon.

· Maintain a high level of service with drivers, vendors and customers.

· Create action plans and ensure formalized processes are used and appropriate personnel are copied on plan.

· Deliver consistent implementation of company policies and procedures.

· Review location cost, address areas of opportunities, and provide solutions and support.

· Review fleet performance and identify low performing fleets or vehicles, develop and execute action plan to improve performance.

Qualifications:

· At least 3-5 years of similar management experience

· Computer applications including MS Office and McLeod Enterprises preferred.

· Strong supervisory skills in dealing with people

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Ability to create a team environment

· Strong internal & external customer service skills

· Ability to manage off site equipment and vendors

What we offer:

Craig Transportation offers a competitive salary, benefit package and family environment.

About Craig Transportation

Craig Transportation is a growing, diverse transportation and warehousing provider since 1927. We are family owned, managed, and operate extensively in the Midwest and Southeast. Since 1927, our motto and mission has been “It Can Be Done”. Craig Transportation welcomes you for an opportunity to grow with us!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Maumee, OH 43537 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Maumee, OH 43537: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person