Fleet Maintenance Manager - Class 8 Tanker Fleet

Altom Transport | Chicagoland Terminal

Altom Transport is looking for ahands-on Fleet Maintenance Managerto lead the maintenance operations of ourClass 8 tanker fleetat our Chicagoland terminal.

This role is ideal for someone who hasgrown through the diesel shop ranksand understands the importance ofuptime, preventative maintenance, and keeping trucks safe on the road.

If you’re the kind of leader whocan turn wrenches when needed, lead a team of mechanics, and keep a fleet running efficiently, we want to talk to you.

Altom Transport is a stable and growing carrier specializing inpetroleum and chemical tanker transportation, where safety and reliability are at the core of everything we do.

What You’ll Do

This is aworking leadership roleresponsible for keeping our fleet operating safely and efficiently.

Fleet & Shop Leadership

• Lead and supervise mechanics maintainingClass 8 tractors and tanker trailers
• Promote and enforcesafe shop practices
• Conductregular safety meetings and toolbox talks
• Recruit, train, and evaluate shop personnel
• Foster strongteam morale and accountability

Maintenance Operations

• Manage and trackpreventative maintenance schedules
• Plan and prioritize repairs to meetoperational needs
• Assist withcomplex diagnostics and repairs
• Performquality checks and audits on completed work
• Determine when repairs should becompleted in-house or outsourced

Fleet Performance

• Conduct regularyard checks to ensure asset availability
• Manage repair orders inTMT maintenance system
• Track PM compliance and notify dispatch and drivers
• Work closely withparts vendors to control costs and inventory

Daily Operations

• Respond quickly tobreakdowns and service calls
• Maintain propertool safety and shop organization
• Ensure company equipment appearance standards are upheld

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Supervisory experience in a diesel shop or fleet environment
• Basic tools for maintainingClass 8 equipment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of heavy truck maintenance operations

Preferred

• 3+ years fleet maintenance leadership
• Trucking or tanker industry experience
• Hands-on experience withheavy diesel equipment
• Familiarity withTransman, McLeod, or similar systems
• CDL is a plus

Benefits

Why Join Altom Transport

We believe the people who keep our fleet running deserve the same reliability we promise our customers.

Competitive Benefits Package

• 401(k) with company match starting Day 1
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health, dental, and vision
• Company-paid uniforms
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• HSA contributions up to $2,400
• Life and disability insurance options
• Paid training and development