"Alerted.org

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video athttps://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

About the Role: The Regional Maintenance Director is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the maintenance operations across multiple bus/paratransit/shuttle services within a designated region. This role ensures the highest standards of vehicle safety, reliability, and performance while optimizing maintenance costs and adhering to regulatory compliance. The Regional Maintenance Director will influence a team of maintenance managers and technicians (in a matrixed reporting relationship), fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, continuous improvement and engagement. Key stakeholders include Regional Senior Management and location General Managers.

Salary Range-$150,000 – $165,000 annually

Key Responsibilities:

+ Leadership & Management: Lead and manage the regional maintenance team, including maintenance managers and technicians. Provide direction, mentorship, and performance feedback.

+ KPI Accountability: Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve maintenance efficiency, vehicle reliability, safety compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

+ Safety & Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and company policies. Conduct regular safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

+ Fleet Management: Oversee the maintenance and repair of the bus fleet, ensuring optimal vehicle availability and performance. Implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend vehicle lifespan.

+ Budget Management: Develop and manage the regional maintenance budget, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

+ Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with external service providers and suppliers. Negotiate contracts and ensure the quality of outsourced maintenance services.

+ Training & Development: Implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the maintenance team. Ensure all team members are up-to-date with the latest maintenance techniques and safety protocols.

+ Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance performance, KPIs, and budget status to senior management.

+ Other duties as required

+ Safety & Reliability: Develop and enforce robust safety protocols and procedures. Lead

Education, Licensing, and Certifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

Field and years of experience required: 7 years or more of progressively responsible experience in repair and maintenance automotive and transit equipment. Experience managing people, teams and projects. Management of a local-level maintenance team. Knowledge of operational KPIs and P&L components.

Experience preferred:

Skills and Knowledge Required:

+ Expert knowledge in all facets of maintenance for public transportation vehicles.

+ Ability to lead change and drive performance and improvement through matrixed reporting relationships (e.g. local Maintenance Managers reporting to local General Manager).

+ Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

+ Problem-solving, and decision0

+ Strong written and oral communication skills

+ Ability to read, interpret and implement documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals

+ Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

+ Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, strong attention to details

Skills and Knowledge Preferred:

+ Strong working knowledge of JDE and Tango, as well as Hexagon and RTA

Travel:

Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent)60 – 75%

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Drug testing and background check

Testing related to job requirements

Physical Requirements:

+ Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

+ Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear.

+ Frequently required to sit.

+ Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; and smell.

+ Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.

+ Must be able to occasionally work in extreme heat and cold and in a damp environment with moderate noise.

+ Remaining work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer; time is spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

Job Category: Executive & Senior Level Management

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 5711

Pay Group: NF2

Cost Center: 824

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.