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Location: Monterrey, Nuevo León, MexicoReports To: Executive Leadership TeamEmployment Type: Full-Time | Senior LeadershipIndustry: Truckload (TL) Freight — Dry Van & Flatbed | Cross-Border | Asset-Based CarrierTHE OPPORTUNITYWe are a family office-backed truckload platform scaling aggressively from 50 trucks to 500+ overthe next two years. Our fleet runs dry van and flatbed equipment across local P&D, regional, andcross-border corridors out of Monterrey. As we grow, world-class fleet maintenance is not a supportfunction — it is a core competitive advantage.We are looking for an exceptional Director of Fleet Maintenance & Operations: a deeplyexperienced, technically sharp, and entrepreneurially driven leader who is ready to own thisdepartment completely. You will inherit a foundation and build it into a best-in-class operation —establishing the processes, technology stack, team structure, and culture that will keep hundreds oftrucks running safely, efficiently, and profitably for years to come.If you are the kind of maintenance leader who sees broken processes as opportunities and getsenergized by building something durable from scratch, this role was written for you.WHAT YOU'LL OWNAs Director of Fleet Maintenance & Operations, you will have full accountability for:▸ Overseeing all aspects of fleet maintenance for a growing tractor and trailer pool — dry vanand flatbed — including preventive maintenance programs, unscheduled repairs, roadsidebreakdowns, and compliance inspections.▸ Leading, developing, and scaling a team of 20+ maintenance technicians, shop supervisors,and support staff — building a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and continuousimprovement.▸ Designing and implementing shop processes, PM scheduling systems, and maintenanceSOPs from the ground up, with an eye toward scalability as the fleet grows 10x.▸ Managing parts and supplies inventory with rigor — negotiating vendor pricing, establishingstocking levels, reducing waste, and maintaining cost discipline across all consumables andcomponents.▸ Negotiating and managing road service and breakdown vendor programs, ensuring driverdowntime is minimized and emergency response costs are controlled.▸ Standing up a 24/7 driver support function — establishing the staffing model, escalationprotocols, and technology to ensure drivers always have a live resource when they need it.▸ Defining the technology and systems roadmap for the maintenance department — identifyinggaps, specifying requirements, and communicating enhancement requests to the techdevelopment team, with particular focus on Agentic AI tools that can automate workflows,predict failures, and drive efficiency.▸ Building and presenting maintenance KPIs and dashboards to the executive team — trackinguptime, cost-per-mile, PM compliance, repair cycle times, vendor performance, and more.▸ Ensuring full compliance with DOT, NOM (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas), and cross-borderregulatory requirements across the fleet.▸ Partnering with operations leadership to align fleet availability with load plan demands andgrowth targets.WHO YOU AREThe right candidate is a rare combination: a technically elite fleet professional with themindset of a builder and the instincts of an operator.▸ You have deep, hands-on experience managing large truckload fleets — tractors and trailers,dry van and flatbed — and you know what separates a well-run shop from a reactive one.▸ You lead people with credibility earned on the shop floor and keep trust at all levels of theorganization.▸ You are a process architect — you've built PM programs, parts systems, and vendor networksthat actually work at scale.▸ You are tech-forward, not tech-resistant — you actively seek out tools that make your teamfaster and smarter, and you know how to communicate what you need from developers.▸ You bring an ownership mentality: you don't wait for problems to be handed to you, and youdon't pass on accountability when things go sideways.▸ You understand that a truck that isn't moving, isn't making money — and every decision youmake reflects that urgency.▸ Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred given cross-border operations and executive teaminteractions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS▸ 8+ years of progressive fleet maintenance leadership experience at a truckload carrier, largeprivate fleet, or equivalent environment▸ Proven track record managing a fleet of 100+ tractors and an associated trailer pool (dry vanand/or flatbed)▸ Direct experience leading a team of 15+ maintenance technicians and shop personnel▸ Strong command of preventive maintenance program design, DOT inspection compliance,and unscheduled repair management▸ Demonstrated expertise in parts inventory management — including vendor negotiations,stocking strategies, and cost control▸ Experience negotiating and managing road service / emergency breakdown programs▸ Ability to define technology requirements and work with development or IT teams toimplement fleet systems and tools▸ Track record of building scalable processes in a high-growth or greenfield environmentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS▸ Experience with fleet management systems (FMS), telematics platforms, and maintenance-focused TMS integrations▸ Exposure to Agentic AI tools, predictive maintenance platforms, or automation-driven fleetoperations▸ Experience setting up or managing 24/7 driver support and breakdown coordinationoperations▸ Familiarity with cross-border Mexico/US compliance and NOM regulatory requirements▸ Background at a high-growth carrier, startup platform, or greenfield fleet buildout▸ ASE certifications or equivalent technical credentials a plusWHY THIS ROLE▸ Full ownership of a critical function — with the capital, support, and mandate to build it right.▸ A rare chance to put your fingerprints on a fleet operation from its earliest days of scale.▸ Compensation structure tailored to attract the right leader and reward performance.▸ Executive-level visibility and a seat at the table on technology and growth strategy.▸ A leadership team that understands maintenance is not a cost center — it's a competitiveedge.If you've spent your career making fleets run better and you're ready to build something that lasts — let's talk.Apply with a resume and a brief note on the fleet operation you're most proud of building.