Area Maintenance Manager

Location:
Greater Sudbury Area (Multi-Site Responsibility)Help Keep Ontario's Future Moving SafelyAt Student Transportation of Canada, we do more than transport students. We help connect communities, support families, and ensure thousands of children arrive at school safely every day.We're currently seeking an experienced Area Maintenance Manager who can oversee the maintenance operations of multiple school bus facilities. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring a safe, reliable, and compliant fleet while supporting operational excellence, cost control, and exceptional service to our customers.The successful candidate will provide strategic and hands-on leadership to maintenance teams, ensuring all vehicles meet regulatory requirements and are maintained to the highest standards of safety and performance.Why You'll Love This Role
Oversee a large and diverse fleet that directly supports student safetyShape maintenance strategy and operational performanceWork with a passionate team of technicians and transportation professionalsCompetitive compensation - up to $126,000 annually, based on experienceExcellent benefits package and RRSPOpportunities for professional growth and leadership developmentMake a meaningful impact in communities across OntarioWhat You'll Do
Provide leadership and direction to maintenance managers, shop supervisors, and technicians across multiple locationsEnsure all school buses, service vehicles, and support equipment are maintained in accordance with company standards and provincial regulationsOversee preventative maintenance programs, inspections, repair schedules, and fleet readinessMonitor and improve key performance indicators including fleet availability, road calls, maintenance costs, and safety complianceManage departmental budgets, inventory controls, vendor relationships, and parts procurementEnsure compliance with Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) regulations, CVOR requirements, and company safety policiesSupport recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management of maintenance staffConduct regular facility and fleet audits to identify opportunities for improvementCollaborate with operations teams to ensure reliable service delivery for students and school board partnersLead investigations related to mechanical failures, incidents, and safety concernsFoster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvementWhat We're Looking For
310T Truck & Coach Technician certificationMinimum 5 years of progressive fleet maintenance leadership experience, preferably in school bus, transportation, trucking, transit, or fleet operationsStrong knowledge of preventative maintenance programs, fleet management systems, and transportation regulationsExperience managing multiple facilities and large vehicle fleetsProven ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse maintenance teamsStrong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and operational costsExcellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office and fleet maintenance softwareWillingness to travel regularly between operating locationsYou are a hands-on maintenance leader who understands the importance of safety, service reliability, and operational efficiency. You thrive in a multi-site environment, build strong teams, and use data-driven decision-making to improve fleet performance while ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction.Student Transportation of Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require a disability related accommodation to participate in our selection process, please reach out to a member of our Recruitment team to coordinate an alternate evaluation methodology.This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used during the hiring process.
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