Full-Time

Maintenance Director

Posted on 9/24/2025

Ride Right

Ride Right

51-200 employees

Offers multi-modal transit services and technology.

Compensation Overview

$130k - $145k/yr

Peoria, IL, USA + 9 more

More locations: Chicago, IL, USA | San Antonio, TX, USA | St. Louis, MO, USA | Milwaukee, WI, USA | Little Rock, AR, USA | Kansas City, MO, USA | Omaha, NE, USA | Tulsa, OK, USA | Overland Park, KS, USA

Remote

Work From Home position with 75% travel to MTM Transit locations within the Central Region.

Category
Operations & Logistics (3)
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Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; degree in Business, Transportation, Distribution/Logistics or related field preferred
  • Minimum 7 years Maintenance industry experience, specifically the transit industry
  • Previous experience with government contracting, implementation and contract management oversight and compliance
  • Comprehensive understanding of the logistics industry, current trends, transportation economics, transportation systems, and key cost drivers across various modes of transportation
  • Clear understanding and knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing the transportation industry
  • Technical knowledge in vehicle maintenance of all types, design and repair is desired
  • Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures
  • Strong ability to measure and assess carrier performance, continuous improving performance, processes, and the selection of service providers
  • Ability to assess potential problems and make sound judgment around issues that may have an adverse impact on the company
  • Must be a strategic planner with sound technical skills, analytical ability, and strong operational focus
  • Strong interaction and communication skills with people at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to handle multiple projects, meet required deadlines, and adapt to changing business environment and/or needs
  • Effective leadership, mentoring and team building skills
  • Ability to make effective presentations on complex topics to employee groups, management and outside organizations
  • Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to effectively lead in a changing environment
  • Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making
  • Strong communication, sales and presentation skills
  • Ability to interpret and analyze complex data
  • High level of confidentiality and adherence to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
  • Strong fiscal management skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective work relationships with coworkers, Clients, Members, providers and customers
  • Proficient in Microsoft, maintenance software, transit, and operations systems/applications
  • Ability to abide by corporate policies
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement adequate measures to meet the maintenance needs of the company, to efficiently utilize its resources and maintain an effective system of operational processes and measurement of outcome
  • Usage of data analytics, reporting tools and KPIs to identify potential maintenance deficiencies and streamlining opportunities to maximize areas of improvement
  • Gain an in-depth understanding of how contract verbiage and requirements should be applied to operational processes that impact the maintenance requirements of the organization and drive accountability for compliance
  • Ensure compliance with contract and state, federal and local agencies
  • Ensures the accuracy and pertinence of fleet records and reports
  • Tracks fleet trends, such as parts usage and failures to forecast future maintenance and budgetary needs
  • Maintains knowledge of experimental and advancing technologies such as battery-electric buses, CNG, propane and other alternative fuel fleets, etc.
  • Develop and oversee the adherence to divisional plan standards for testing, specifications, preventative maintenance and others as necessary
  • Provides input and direction ensuring resolution of fleet maintenance issues
  • Collaborate with Leadership on issues such as budgeting, revenue and non-revenue fleet planning, peak service requirements, resolutions of operational issues, security cameras, etc.
  • Collaborate with staff to develop and set future divisional goals, specific divisional fleet needs and staffing needs to ensure maintenance needs are met
  • Assist with the development and implementation of fleet asset management tools
  • Ensure the implementation and compliance of company policies, procedures, and directives in alignment with state and federal regulations
  • Responsible for the financial budget and cost containment initiatives for maintenance needs of the company
  • Partner with People & Culture to recruit and meet staffing needs
  • Assists with procurement and replacement of company fleet vehicles
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Distribution/Logistics or related field preferred

Ride Right helps public transit agencies connect their community's transportation options by offering a range of services including fixed-route bus service, ADA paratransit, shuttle programs, student and special needs transportation, quality assurance, and transit technology. The core product is a comprehensive transit operations solution that coordinates multiple modes of mobility, scheduling, and real-time management to ensure reliable service. By combining transportation offerings with performance monitoring and technology, Ride Right differentiates itself from competitors who focus on a single mode by providing end-to-end operational support for multiple transit options. The company's goal is to improve access to transportation for communities by delivering efficient, integrated services that meet the diverse needs of riders, including people with disabilities and students, while helping transit agencies run safer and more reliable systems.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lake Saint Louis, Missouri

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • MTM Health acquisition adds travel training and quality assurance to transit operations.
  • PR8 vest redesign boosts flexibility, chosen by champions like Bull Rider Ben Jones.
  • Custom carts from RIDE RIGHT CUSTOM CART enable expansion into specialized equipment.

What critics are saying

  • Rebranding to MTM Transit erases Ride Right's independent brand and customer loyalty.
  • Uber and Lyft capture paratransit market share through app convenience in 12-24 months.
  • FMCSA scrutiny revokes Ride Right Transportation's permits due to safety violations in 12-18 months.

What makes Ride Right unique

  • Ride Right Gear's IDS Technology uses Air Gel for superior bull riding vest protection.
  • MTM Transit integrates Ride Right's 10-year expertise in ADA paratransit and student transport.
  • Ride Right Transportation LLC holds MC-1041044 authority for interstate freight and passengers.

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