Manager, Regional Maintenance

Job Overview

This role exists to elevate maintenance standards, strengthen compliance, and drive cost efficient execution across a geographically distributed operation. The Manager, Regional Maintenance ensures our equipment, processes, and people operate at a level that supports network speed, safety, and consistency.

Success in this role means building a proactive, data driven maintenance culture; reducing avoidable costs; improving CSA performance; and ensuring every terminal operates with predictable, audit ready discipline. This leader will be a force multiplier for field teams and a trusted partner to operations, safety, and executive leadership.

What you’ll do

1. Lead regional maintenance execution

• Build and implement maintenance programs and policies that exceed federal compliance standards.
• Conduct field maintenance audits and review findings with terminal leadership to drive corrective action.
• Inspect equipment, validate vendor repairs, and ensure adherence to quality and cost expectations.
• Address building maintenance exceptions and support CSA improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on training and guidance to field personnel to elevate technical capability.

2. Strengthen systems, compliance, and cost control

• Identify unnecessary costs and collaborate cross functionally to implement sustainable cost control measures.
• Maintain and improve Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) to ensure consistent execution across terminals.
• Ensure alignment with DOT, OSHA, CARB, and other regulatory requirements.
• Leverage maintenance support software to improve visibility, accuracy, and decision making.

3. Drive analytical insight and operational improvement

• Generate location level performance reports to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic projects that enhance network reliability and efficiency.
• Use data to inform maintenance planning, vendor performance, and resource allocation.
• Support parts procurement processes to reduce downtime and improve cost efficiency.

4. Build cross functional alignment

• Collaborate with terminal operations, safety, breakdown teams, and vendor partners to ensure a unified, high performance approach.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and business partners.
• Reinforce a “one team” mindset across all maintenance and operational touchpoints.
• Support Safety Team initiatives and ensure maintenance practices align with broader operational goals.

5. Elevate field performance and accountability

• Set clear expectations for maintenance quality, compliance, and responsiveness.
• Coach and develop field teams to improve technical capability and operational discipline.
• Ensure accountability for execution, documentation, and continuous improvement.
• Champion a culture of ownership, urgency, and operational excellence.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred; minimum 7 years of related fleet maintenance experience.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical systems, fleet maintenance, and cost analysis, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
• 10+ years of experience as a diesel mechanic or trailer maintenance technician strongly preferred.
• Deep expertise in trailer systems: brakes, suspension, tires, lights, electrical, and hydraulics.
• Strong understanding of DOT, OSHA, CARB, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with maintenance support systems such as M5, TMT, Dossier, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain organization, and execute with precision.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.