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Regional Maintenance & Distribution ManagerLinde • Chicago, Illinois, USA
Regional Maintenance & Distribution Manager

Regional Maintenance & Distribution Manager

Linde • Chicago, Illinois, USA
23 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 Lindes 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.
  • Qualifications :

  • 10 years of experience in fleet management or transportation maintenance operations.
  • 5 years managing commercial vehicle maintenance in a shop environment.
  • Proven ability to manage teams of supervisors mechanics and drivers.
  • Strong knowledge of DOT compliance preventative maintenance programs and fleet optimization strategies.
  • Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in fleet management systems and technology tools.
  • Ability to travel overnight 3050%.
  • Primary work location : Ecorse MI; Laporte IN; or East Chicago IN (not remote).
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering industrial engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Experience managing a large-scale commercial vehicle fleet in a transportation or distribution environment including oversight of shop operations preventative maintenance programs and DOT compliance.
  • Proven track record of implementing fleet optimization strategies and leveraging technology (telematics CMMS safety systems) to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Background in managing unionized workforces and participating in labor negotiations.
  • Experience with budgeting and cost control for fleet maintenance and distribution operations.
  • Professional certifications such as ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) or NAFA Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM).
  • About Linde :

    Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

    Culture :

    At Linde we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect supports new thoughts and ideas encourages growth and development celebrates our differences and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse ever-increasing pool of global talent.

    For more information about the company and its products and services please visit .

    Benefits :

    Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health dental disability and life insurance paid holidays and vacation 401(k) matching pension benefits an employee discount program and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability protected veteran status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    AS400,Lean,Management Experience,Maximo,Warehouse Management,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Warehouse Management System,Copywriting,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Logistics

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Department / Functional Area : Operations

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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