Job Description

MANAGER, MAINTENANCE
TUNNEL HILL USX TERMINAL
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm
Position open to remote: No
Grade: ES14
Compensation Range: 0

Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic/Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death/Dismemberment
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

What You’ll Do:
Responsible for the complete operation of the
maintenance facility.
Create and maintain a safe yet efficient work environment.
Responsible for supervisory functions and personnel management: hiring, training, evaluating, assisting employees with work related issues, employee scheduling, and productivity reviews.
Responsible for monitoring employee turnover at the shop level and making approved changes to help improve morale and retention.
Provide employee corrective action plans as needed.
Coordinate in-service of new trucks and trailers, monitor trade program, and provide proper reports.
Provide daily report of all out of service equipment to appropriate departments. Communicate daily with operations personnel regarding status of out of service equipment and operational requirements.
Respond to driver issues.
Generate maintenance reports and verify data.
Assist vendors with invoices and other issues.
Review all repair orders.
Participate in accident review with claim department and provide follow-up with appropriate vendors.
Maintain appropriate parts and tire inventory to ensure efficient, cost effective maintenance and service.
Ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
Diagnose engine management/fuel injection components problems.
Responsible for floor level operations of the shop.
Stay up to date on all DOT requirements and ensure they are enforced.
Responsible for functions at the fuel island.
Responsible for quality control through auditing BPMs and vehicle repairs.
Assist with vendor reviews.
Manage shop tire scrap out program.
Manage tech training program at the shop level and encourage participation in OEM modules.
Ensure inspection of
reseated trucks

Coordinate maintenance activities at Dedicated Accounts that are close by.
Meet with staff to ensure consistency with company policy and procedure and other issue resolutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

Education
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.
Maintenance vocational experience preferred.

Experience
Minimum of 4 years of experience in shop or working with trucks required.
Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience required.

Skills/Certifications
Driver’s
license essential.
Personnel
management skills.
Good
communication skills, both verbal and written.
Understanding
of all maintenance sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Regulations.
• Advanced
computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office (specifically
Excel), Internet and applicable company specific applications.
Knowledgeable of DOT regulations related to vehicle maintenance
Taking initiative and assertiveness skills.
Excellent analytical skills; able to think “outside the box”
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Judgement and Decision Making
Qualified
inspector of Equipment Annual Inspection as defined under FHWA 396.12
preferred.
Qualified
Brake Inspector as defined under FHWA 396.25 preferred.
Problem-solving
skills.
Thorough
understanding of corporate tire program.

Supervisory
Responsibility: up to 20 direct reports

Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.

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