Job Description
Job Title: Fleet Maintenance Manager / Lead Fleet Mechanic
Company: Ace Limousine & Airport Service
Location: Chester, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: 75k-95k
About Ace Limousine & Airport Service
Ace Limousine & Airport Service is a premier luxury transportation company based in Chester, PA. We provide high-end ground transportation services including airport transfers, corporate travel, weddings, and special events throughout the Philadelphia region, New Jersey, New York City, and Washington D.C. With a diverse fleet of luxury sedans, vans, shuttle buses, and motor coaches, we pride ourselves on safety, reliability, and exceptional customer service. We are growing and looking for a strong, hands-on leader to take ownership of our fleet maintenance operations.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Fleet Maintenance Manager / Lead Fleet Mechanic to oversee the maintenance, reliability, and performance of our diverse transportation fleet. This is not a typical mechanic role. We are looking for a self-motivated leader who can build systems, implement preventative maintenance programs, train team members, reduce vehicle downtime, and take full ownership of the maintenance department with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate is proactive, process-oriented, and capable of building a scalable maintenance operation as the company grows.
Fleet Overview
Our fleet includes:
- Ford Transit Vans
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans
- Ford E450 & F550 Shuttle Buses
- Freightliner Shuttle Buses
- MCI Motor Coaches
- Custom commercial air conditioning systems
- Suburban SUVs, Lincoln Nautilus, and Volvo S90 sedans
Experience working on a mixed fleet of diesel and gasoline commercial vehicles is strongly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesFleet Maintenance & Repairs
- Perform and oversee preventative maintenance and repairs across the fleet
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, AC, suspension, brake, steering, and drivability issues
- Troubleshoot complex vehicle problems independently
- Coordinate major repairs with outside vendors when necessary
- Ensure all vehicles remain safe, compliant, and ready for service
Fleet Management & Systems
- Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules
- Build and maintain digital maintenance tracking systems
- Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) for maintenance operations
- Track vehicle downtime and identify root causes for improvement
- Manage parts inventory and purchasing
- Monitor maintenance costs and implement cost-saving initiatives
Team Development & Leadership
- Train, mentor, and develop mechanics and support staff
- Create repeatable maintenance procedures and training documentation
- Establish clear performance standards and accountability
- Help build a maintenance department that can support company growth
Compliance & Safety
- Maintain DOT compliance and safety standards
- Ensure vehicles pass all required inspections
- Assist with accident-related repairs and investigations
- Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement
We are looking for someone who:
- Takes full ownership of the maintenance operation without needing constant direction
- Builds systems and improves processes proactively
- Has strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
- Enjoys training and developing team members
- Thinks long-term and focuses on prevention rather than reaction
- Is organized, accountable, and detail-oriented
- Wants to grow with the company and eventually move into higher leadership roles
Qualifications
- 7+ years of fleet maintenance experience (commercial vehicles strongly preferred)
- Strong experience working on buses, shuttles, vans, and coaches
- Solid knowledge of both diesel and gasoline engines
- Experience with commercial bus and bus AC systems is a plus
- Strong electrical diagnostic skills
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- CDL preferred but not required
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Opportunity to build and lead a maintenance department
- Stable, growing company with room for advancement
- Supportive team environment
This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who wants to make a direct impact by building efficient systems and keeping our fleet operating at the highest level of safety and reliability.Apply today and help us maintain a safe and dependable fleet for our clients.
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