Regional Maintenance & Distribution Manager

Position Overview:

The Regional Maintenance & Distribution Manager will oversee fleet operations, maintenance, and distribution activities for one of Linde Gases U.S. (LGUS) regions. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant management of commercial vehicles and shop operations, while driving cost savings, operational improvements, and team development. The manager will lead maintenance technicians, shop supervisors, and drivers, guiding regional facilities to achieve fleet reliability and performance while meeting Linde’s safety, efficiency, and financial goals.

This position reports to the Region Operations Director.

Position Scope:

This is a single contributor role with no direct reports. The successful candidate must demonstrate a proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams, drive operational improvements, and implement change through collaboration and strategic partnerships, rather than through direct line authority.

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet Maintenance & Shop Management:

• Ensure compliance with preventative and corrective maintenance programs for all commercial vehicles in accordance with DOT and company standards.
• Oversee daily operations of regional maintenance shops, ensuring repairs and inspections meet safety and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain inventory of critical spare parts for tractors, trailers, and shop equipment.
• Manage relationships with OEM dealerships, vendors, and service providers for warranty claims and outsourced repairs.
• Expedite repairs to minimize downtime and maximize fleet availability.
• Monitor fleet performance metrics (downtime, maintenance costs, utilization) and implement improvement plans.
• Train and develop maintenance teams on safety, compliance, and technical skills.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all maintenance activities in the CMMS system.

Distribution & Operational Oversight:

• Drive regional safety goals for fleet and distribution operations.
• Collaborate with logistics and facility managers to optimize driver staffing, scheduling, and equipment utilization.
• Review trip efficiency and implement action plans to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Support recruiting efforts for drivers and mechanics; assist in onboarding and training programs.
• Champion technology adoption for fleet safety and efficiency (e.g., telematics, trailer tracking, onboard cameras).
• Lead regional initiatives for cost savings, process improvements, and compliance audits.
• Provide monthly reporting on KPIs, projects, and operational performance.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to DOT regulations, company safety policies, and environmental standards.
• Conduct safety assessments and audits for fleet and shop operations.
• Investigate accidents and lead root cause analysis (RCA) activities.
• Maintain compliance with labor agreements and participate in negotiations as needed.