Maintenance Supervisor

Essential Job Functions

• Maintenance Oversight & Decision Authority
• Review, evaluate, and approve maintenance and repair quotes for tractors, trailers, and ancillary equipment.
• Issue purchase orders (POs) and determine whether to proceed with repairs based on cost, urgency, equipment condition, and operational impact.
• Prioritize maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and minimize service disruptions.
• Ensure all repairs meet DOT, FMCSA, and internal safety standards.
• Vendor & Cost Management
• Develop, negotiate, and manage corporate maintenance and repair agreements with vendors, dealerships, and service providers.
• Establish preferred vendor programs and national or regional service agreements to secure discounted pricing and favorable terms.
• Evaluate vendor performance based on cost, turnaround time, quality of work, and compliance.
• Continuously identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or reliability.
• Fleet & Asset Management
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for tractors and trailers to reduce breakdowns and unplanned repairs.
• Track maintenance history, warranty coverage, and lifecycle costs for all fleet assets.
• Collaborate with operations and dispatch to schedule repairs with minimal operational impact.
• Support equipment replacement and capital planning decisions through maintenance cost analysis.
• Financial & Administrative Control
• Monitor and control maintenance budgets, repair spend, and vendor invoicing.
• Validate invoices against approved quotes and completed work.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, documentation, and compliance reporting.
• Leadership & Communication
• Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance-related decisions across Crane Freight and Crane Cartage.
• Communicate clearly with operations, safety, and leadership regarding equipment status, downtime, and repair recommendations.
• Provide guidance and direction to internal maintenance staff or third-party providers as applicable.
• Other duties as assigned

• Cost control and vendor negotiation
• Mechanical and fleet maintenance expertise
• Decision-making authority and accountability
• Safety and regulatory compliance
• Communication and cross-functional collaboration

• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

• 5+ years of experience in fleet maintenance, heavy-duty trucking, or transportation equipment management.
• Strong working knowledge of Class 8 tractors, trailers, DOT requirements, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Proven experience reviewing repair estimates, issuing POs, and making cost-based maintenance decisions.
• Established vendor relationships within the trucking or transportation maintenance industry preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable pricing and service agreements.
• High level of mechanical aptitude combined with financial and operational judgment.

• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.