Director of Fleet Maintenance

Director of Fleet Maintenance

Company: GH Logistics
Location: San Antonio, TX / Memphis, TN
Job Type: Full-Time | Leadership Position
Pay: Competitive salary based on experience
Travel: Approximately 40%

About GH Logistics

GH Logistics is a growing, asset-based transportation and logistics company operating a fleet of approximately 200 tractors and 1,300 trailers.

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Director of Fleet Maintenance to lead maintenance operations, improve fleet reliability, control costs, and ensure our equipment stays safe, compliant, and on the road.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands trucking operations, knows how to manage people, and takes ownership of results.

About the Role

The Director of Fleet Maintenance will oversee all aspects of tractor and trailer maintenance, including preventive maintenance programs, repairs, vendor relationships, maintenance personnel, and equipment performance.

This individual will work closely with executive leadership and operations to reduce downtime, improve maintenance efficiency, and build a strong, accountable maintenance department.

We are looking for a leader who can identify problems, implement solutions, and drive measurable improvements across the fleet.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Maintenance Operations

• Oversee maintenance operations for approximately 200 tractors and 1,300 trailers.

• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs.

• Ensure tractors and trailers meet DOT requirements and company safety standards.

• Monitor equipment downtime and implement strategies to reduce breakdowns.

• Oversee major repairs, inspections, and maintenance schedules.

• Establish efficient processes for managing maintenance requests and repairs.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and hold maintenance personnel accountable for performance.

• Establish clear expectations, productivity standards, and departmental goals.

• Evaluate staffing needs and support the hiring and development of maintenance employees.

• Build a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement.

• Coordinate maintenance priorities with dispatch, fleet management, and operations.

Cost Control & Vendor Management

• Manage maintenance budgets and identify opportunities to reduce expenses.

• Monitor repair costs, parts expenses, and vendor performance.

• Negotiate with outside repair shops, dealerships, and service providers.

• Oversee warranty claims and ensure eligible repair costs are recovered.

• Review maintenance spending and identify recurring equipment issues.

• Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising safety or reliability.

Compliance & Fleet Performance

• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and applicable safety regulations.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection documentation.

• Track fleet maintenance KPIs, including downtime, repair costs, and preventive maintenance compliance.

• Identify trends in equipment failures and develop corrective action plans.

• Provide regular performance updates and recommendations to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial fleet maintenance, diesel maintenance, or transportation maintenance management preferred.

• Previous leadership experience managing maintenance teams and multiple locations.

• Strong knowledge of Class 8 tractors, trailers, diesel engines, and heavy-duty equipment.

• Experience managing large commercial fleets.

• Strong understanding of DOT and FMCSA maintenance regulations.

• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs, maintenance budgets, and vendor relationships.

• Ability to analyze maintenance costs and improve operational efficiency.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working directly with executive leadership.

• Willingness to travel approximately 40% as business needs require.

Who Thrives in This Role?

• Hands-On Leader: You understand the equipment, can evaluate mechanical issues, and know how to lead a maintenance team effectively.

• Problem Solver: You identify issues early and take action before they escalate.

• Cost-Conscious: You understand how maintenance expenses impact profitability and know how to control costs.

• Results-Driven: You focus on reducing downtime, improving fleet reliability, and keeping equipment moving.

• Accountable: You take ownership of your department, your team, and your results.

• Adaptable: You manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced trucking environment.

Why Join GH Logistics?

• Lead maintenance operations for a growing transportation company.

• Collaborate directly with executive leadership.

• Build and improve maintenance processes across multiple locations.

• Make a measurable impact in a leadership position with significant responsibility.

• Pursue opportunities for long-term professional growth.

Apply Today

GH Logistics is looking for a strong maintenance leader who understands the trucking industry and is ready to take ownership of a large commercial fleet.

If you have the experience, leadership skills, and drive to improve fleet performance, we want to hear from you.