Fleet Maintenance Manager - Class 8 Tanker Fleet

Altom Transport • Full-time • Lockport, IL, US • 3m ago

Altom Transport | Chicagoland Terminal

Altom Transport is looking for a hands-on Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance operations of our Class 8 tanker fleet at our Chicagoland terminal.

This role is ideal for someone who has grown through the diesel shop ranks and understands the importance of uptime, preventative maintenance, and keeping trucks safe on the road.

If you're the kind of leader who can 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 in petroleum and chemical tanker transportation, where safety and reliability are at the core of everything we do.

What You'll Do

This is a working leadership role responsible for keeping our fleet operating safely and efficiently.

Fleet & Shop Leadership

Lead and supervise mechanics maintaining Class 8 tractors and tanker trailers
Promote and enforce safe shop practices
Conduct regular safety meetings and toolbox talks
Recruit, train, and evaluate shop personnel
Foster strong team morale and accountability

Maintenance Operations

Manage and track preventative maintenance schedules
Plan and prioritize repairs to meet operational needs
Assist with complex diagnostics and repairs
Perform quality checks and audits on completed work
Determine when repairs should be completed in-house or outsourced

Fleet Performance

Conduct regular yard checks to ensure asset availability
Manage repair orders in TMT maintenance system
Track PM compliance and notify dispatch and drivers
Work closely with parts vendors to control costs and inventory

Daily Operations

Respond quickly to breakdowns and service calls
Maintain proper tool 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 maintaining Class 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 with heavy diesel equipment
Familiarity with Transman, 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