Vehicle Maintenance Manager assists with the acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles. Assigns vehicles and drivers, prepares schedules, and oversees dispatch operations. Being a Vehicle Maintenance Manager evaluates, purchases, leases, and disposes of vehicles to maintain the fleet. Develops and maintains vendor and service provider relationships for fuel, maintenance, and other essential services. Additionally, Vehicle Maintenance Manager develops and implements safety, preventive maintenance, and accident prevention programs. Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and fleet-specific regulations, licensing, registration, and reporting requirements. May administer insurance policy coverage, negotiates agreements, and participate in claim resolution. Manages the fleet expense reporting and budgets. May require a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. The Vehicle Maintenance Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Vehicle Maintenance Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary Description
Coordinate the inspection, maintenance and repair of railcars and plant equipment. Will be responsible to maintain facilities Preventive Maintenance Program. Will ensure that all mechanisms are operating properly and meet safety requirements. May research any major repair issues, review costs, authorize repairs and guide the repair process. Ensure all deadlines are met while monitoring that repairs meet budgetary concerns and fulfill compliance regulations. Train and supervisor employees of the maintenance department.
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Physical Demands & Work Environment
With the exception of clerical, administrative, and some management positions, which require indoor work, the physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid and dusty conditions. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, in high and low precarious places, confined spaces.
The work type is best described as heavy, hands-on mechanical work. Work is very physical, and without proper work planning can result in out of position pushing, pulling and lifting. Proper body mechanics, positioning and lifting techniques can be very important. Employees are urged to seek help when needed with heavier tasks, and to use lifting equipment where necessary. The positioning of the work being performed can change very frequently.
Tools used: Various heavier air and electric powered tools are used, such as car jacks, impact wrenches, and grinders are used daily. Work also requires frequent use of hand wrenches, hammers, chisels, socket wrenches, and ladders. Cutting torches are also used, with welding equipment used upon qualification of employee.
Stand – F |
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Reach Above Shoulder –O |
PUSH/ PULL |
LIFT/ CARRY |
Walk – C |
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Climb – F |
12 lbs. or less – F |
10 lbs. or less – F |
Sit – O |
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Crawl – F |
13 – 25 lbs. – F |
11 – 20 lbs. – F |
Handling – F |
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Squat/Kneel – F |
26 – 40 lbs. – F |
21 – 50 lbs. - F |
Reach Outward – F |
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Bend – F |
41 – 100 lbs. O |
51 – 100 lbs. – O |
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