SR Maintenance Director

SR Maintenance Director
USX HEADQUARTERS

Position open to remote:  No
Grade: EX18
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

Position Functions:

·        Plan, review, organize, and direct shop maintenance, shop operation, & repair of equipment while maximizing the revenue goals of USX. Ensure safe vehicle operations and compliance with applicable regulations.

·        Direct shop operational improvements, policies, and procedures. Oversight of equipment scheduling, inside repair, mobile repair, tooling, equipment utilization and customer satisfaction.

·        Manage downtime, safety, quality, productivity and develop reliable & advanced equipment practices to improve operations, reliability, and optimized cost.

·        Ensure maintenance KPIs are in direct alignment to the overall corporate strategy. Emphasize company standards for equipment repair, on-time delivery, cost reduction, quality, safety, employee relations and other performance measures that support U.S. Xpress, Inc.

·        Participate in the development of tractor and trailer specs to ensure equipment aligns to its application / use.

·        Provide insight to ensure renovations or design of facilities to meet all requirements and standardized across facilities.

·        Develop programs to deliver customer satisfaction, cost reduction, quality, safety, and other performance measures that support U.S. Xpress, Inc.

·        Participate in the implementation of innovative ideas or technology in the department (tooling, software, electric / Hydrogen / Autonomous vehicles / future).

·        Maintain Tractor & Trailer equipment maintenance standards, strategy, and development.

·        Analyze work order, warranty and outside repair data for trends and make recommended process changes to upper management.

·        Participate and implement the strategic maintenance plan for tractors, trailers, equipment assets while partnering with Corp Maintenance.

·        Improve department interaction with other departments within the company (operations).

·        Manage vendor relationships in your area of responsibility. Partner with Corporate Maintenance & Over the Road repair in all relationships.

·        Identify training and developmental needs, provide opportunities for learning and growth.

·        Creation and review of SOP’s, policies and procedures as required in a maintenance environment.

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