The Maintenance Manager serves as the final quality control authority for all maintenance work orders, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance before closure. This role verifies proper work order creation, assignment, documentation, labor and parts charging, SRT alignment, and identification of all applicable warranty opportunities to prevent financial loss and ensure data integrity. Additionally, the Maintenance Manager coaches technicians and supervisors on documentation standards, identifies trends and recurring issues, and drives continuous process improvement across maintenance operations.

Responsibilitie

• Review 100% of maintenance work orders prior to closure
• Serve as the final quality control checkpoint for work order accuracy and compliance
• Verify work orders are created by appropriate personnel and assigned to the correct technician, asset, location, and cost center
• Ensure all required documentation sections are complete and accurate, including complaint, cause, and correction
• Validate that work order narratives clearly reflect the full repair story
• Confirm all parts and labor are accurately charged and tied to the correct asset and repair
• Review labor hours against SRT standards and ensure deviations are properly justified
• ⁠Identify all applicable warranty opportunities and ensure proper documentation for recovery
• Prevent missed or misallocated warranty claims
• Reject or return incomplete or inaccurate work orders to location supervisors for correction
• Coach technicians and supervisors on documentation standards and best practices
• Identify recurring trends, errors, and opportunities for process improvement

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of fleet maintenance operations and repair processes
• Working knowledge of work order systems, cost centers, and asset management
• Familiarity with Standard Repair Time (SRT) guidelines
• Knowledge of OEM, vendor, and parts warranty programs
• High attention to detail with strong auditing and quality-control skills
• Ability to analyze documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Strong written communication skills for reviewing and coaching on repair documentation
• Ability to enforce standards consistently and fairly across locations
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to identify trends and recommend corrective actions

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business manager, supply chain management or similar field required. 1 year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of education required.
• Technical school, vocational training, or equivalent hands-on experience in diesel, fleet, or automotive maintenance preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in inventory control, warranty administration, or practical maintenance experience required
• Industry certifications (OEM, ASE, or equivalent) a plus but not required
• Ongoing training or demonstrated commitment to professional development in maintenance systems or documentation standards preferred

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our total compensation approach balances market-driven salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure—ensuring your compensation is fair, motivating, and aligned with your growth.

• Pay Range: $67,931.00-$106,600.00
• Pay Grade: 10
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Disability/Veteran

VEVRAA Federal Contractor