Full-Time

Fleet Maintenance Operations Manager

Posted on 11/1/2025

Ryder System

Ryder System

10,001+ employees

Logistics, fleet management, and warehousing solutions

Compensation Overview

$97k/yr

+ Annual Bonus + Commission + Long-Term Incentive Plan

Portland, OR, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • H.S. Diploma/GED
  • 3 years or more in supervisory experience
  • 4 years or more in experience in an operations environment or demonstrated success in a Ryder role
  • Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel (Intermediate)
  • Experience with Fleet management Software
  • Experience working with strategic labor, financial, operating, quality, safety and asset processes as well as related metrics
Responsibilities
  • Operations Management: Responsible for the oversight of work analysis, vehicle planning and scheduling, scheduling and assigning work to technicians, productivity tracking and optimization, shift and shop meetings, and RO review and approval.
  • Performs complex strategic Labor Planning by evaluating incoming work and allocating resources, balancing shift schedules, establishing operating hours, and level loading workload to maximize efficiency and productivity.
  • Responsible for optimizing labor at the shop, and ensuring the optimal mix of straight time, O/T and Outside Repair.
  • Responsible for optimizing shift patterns to match supply of qualified tech hours versus the availability of equipment based upon customer operating hours.
  • Oversee the execution of the Workflow Management process
  • Labor Management: Provides leadership, training, development and oversight to a self-directed management team assigned to the branch (es) to include the Operations Manager, Operations Supervisors, Technicians in Charge, Customer Service Coordinators and Technicians.
  • Responsible for Performance Management of all assigned personnel.
  • Responsible for successful development and execution of the Technical Training Plan in coordination with the Field Training Team.
  • Ensure TOPS plan is prioritized based upon Breakdown, Rework and Running Cost trends.
  • Evaluates and makes recommendations for future staffing based on changes to the business environment.
  • Responsible for Recruiting, Hiring, On-boarding, Payroll, and Succession Planning
  • Customer Management: Directly responsible for customer relationship management to include issue resolutions, customer satisfaction, and retention, as well as ensuring uptime.
  • Responsible for optimizing vehicle maintenance cycle time and ensuring that the shop meets or exceeds Delivered in Time Promised objectives based upon customer requirements.
  • Oversight to ensure successful execution of the Customer Communication Protocol.
  • Partner with the Sales Team to ensure proper scoping of prospective new business opportunities and identify opportunities for growth within existing customer base.
  • Collaborate with Sales Team to develop the service requirement section of the Customer Care Plan to ensure effective delivery of service.
  • Conduct customer visits and Annual Reviews as required by the Customer Care Plan.
  • Responsible for Customer Retention and Maintenance CSI through optimal execution of the Maintenance Promise.
  • Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets as well as implementing cost control measures related to maintenance operations budget and location P&L statement to meet short- and long-term financial goals.
  • Directly responsible for successful execution of Maintenance Initiatives to attain or exceed specified financial targets.
  • Responsible for the optimization of net maintenance cost per unit.
  • Work with vendor sourcing group to identify potential and preferred vendors for specific facilities and vehicle maintenance services.
  • Responsible for ensuring accuracy of third-party invoices and the quality of worked outsourced to vendors.
  • Oversight and exception management of Payroll, Purchase Order approval and invoice reconciliation, and fuel reconciliation.
  • Responsible for the successful execution of the customer bill back process to include identification, review and approval of bill back opportunities.
  • Responsible for ensuring proper documentation and explanation/ reporting of re-billable activity.
  • Responsible for the successful execution of the Warranty process and maximizing warranty recovery.
  • Ensure data integrity in the Shop Management Online system
  • Asset Management: Directs his/her management team in order to maintain the appearance and maintenance of assigned locations, including sustaining 6S standards throughout the shop.
  • Responsible for the execution of Asset Management initiatives at the shop level.
  • Prepares business case for Capital Expenditures.
  • Prioritize and approve shop tooling and equipment requirements based on needs and scope.
  • Management and oversight of vehicle specifications and vehicle in-service/out-service process.
  • Provide expert insight during business unit asset management review.
  • Ensure all vehicles have required specifications in SAM.
  • Oversight of Parts Inventory management, policies and procedures
  • Quality Management: Performs complex quality planning by developing corrective action and counter measures to operational quality issues.
  • Oversight and/or execution of Quality Inspection of PM & repairs, as well as In Process Reviews of non-PM work.
  • Maintain control/visibility over shop floor activities to ensure proper root cause diagnosis by technicians and that the yield on all parts/components is optimized.
  • Responsible for all Mandatory Compliance items at the Shop Level as identified on the Quality Review inspection list.
  • Accountable for all Quality Metrics within the Shop.
  • Lead breakdown root cause analysis, implement corrective actions locally, and when necessary, communicate issues to Technical Assistance Center.
  • Develop and ensure implementation of Quality Assurance Audit Corrective Action plans and Continuous Improvement programs.
  • Responsible for ensuring a safe workplace and providing guidance for all safety efforts and initiatives.
  • Ensure Cleanliness and quality of repair for all maintained vehicles.
  • Accountable for maintenance of all relevant documentation required to meet and/or exceed local, state, federal, as well as customer requirements
  • Comply with Safety and EPA regulations and requirements
Desired Qualifications
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree, Preferred
  • Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel. Intermediate, Preferred
  • Experience with Fleet management Software., Preferred
  • Maintenance and Technical experience in a shop environment., Preferred

Ryder System offers logistics and transportation services across three segments: Fleet Management Solutions (leasing, rental, and maintenance of trucks and trailers), Supply Chain Solutions (warehousing, distribution, and transportation management), and Dedicated Transportation Solutions (a dedicated fleet and drivers). FMS lets customers outsource transportation by leasing or renting vehicles with maintenance handled by Ryder; SCS provides end-to-end logistics to optimize supply chains; DTS assigns a dedicated fleet and crew for consistent capacity. It stands out by delivering multiple logistics services under one roof with flexible, scalable options tailored to each customer, enabling end-to-end supply chain management without owning assets. Its goal is to help businesses optimize supply chains with reliable, scalable, and customizable transportation and logistics services.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Miami, Florida

Founded

1933

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Moody's upgraded debt to Baa1 on April 2, 2026, after SCS and DTS hit 60% revenue.
  • Level 4 autonomous truck trial on Texas I-35 achieves 100% on-time delivery.
  • Acquired Truck Service Depot on January 6, 2026, expanding Torque maintenance to Georgia.

What critics are saying

  • Dedicated Transportation revenue drops 8% in Q1 2026 from freight demand weakness.
  • Supply Chain Solutions pretax earnings fall 17% in Q1 2026 due to margin compression.
  • XPO Logistics and J.B. Hunt undercut Ryder's 3PL pricing within 12 months.

What makes Ryder System unique

  • Ryder integrates Fleet Management, Supply Chain, and Dedicated Transportation segments seamlessly.
  • Proprietary TMS algorithms optimize routes across for-hire and dedicated fleets.
  • Manages 260,000 vehicles and 95 million sq ft warehouses across North America.

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Yahoo Finance
Apr 6th, 2026
Moody's upgrades Ryder debt rating to Baa1, reversing 2020 pandemic downgrade

Moody's has upgraded Ryder's debt rating to Baa1 from Baa2, marking the company's return to its pre-pandemic credit level. The upgrade affects several of Ryder's debt instruments and places it three notches above the investment-grade threshold. The Baa2 rating had been in place since June 2020, when Moody's downgraded Ryder during the pandemic as rental business plummeted. Moody's had signalled the potential upgrade in July 2024 by changing Ryder's outlook to positive. The ratings agency credited Ryder's strategic shift away from short-term rentals towards less capital-intensive businesses. Its Supply Chain Solutions and Dedicated Transport Service sectors now represent approximately 60% of revenue, up from less than 40% in 2015. The upgrade was announced on 2 April, two days after Robert Sanchez retired as CEO and John Diez assumed the role.

Yahoo Finance
Apr 1st, 2026
Ryder System faces scrutiny over negative cash flow amid $193M buyback

Ryder System has experienced slower revenue growth, flat earnings per share and negative free cash flow margins over the past two years, raising concerns about its operational efficiency. The logistics company's contract-heavy, technology-focused business model faces questions about whether it can support long-term growth ambitions whilst generating sufficient cash. Despite spending $192.59 million repurchasing shares under its October 2024 authorisation, Ryder's weak cash generation complicates its ability to fund capital-intensive operations, including fleet renewal and sustainability investments. The company's narrative projects revenue reaching $14.6 billion and earnings of $652.4 million by 2029, requiring 4.9% annual revenue growth. Analyst fair value estimates range from $172 to $227 per share, reflecting differing views on whether Ryder's business model can overcome persistent cash flow challenges.

PR Newswire
Mar 31st, 2026
International and Ryder trial Level 4 autonomous trucks on live 600-mile Texas freight route

International Motors has launched a Level 4 autonomous fleet trial with Ryder System on a live freight route along the I-35 corridor between Laredo and Temple, Texas. The programme marks International's first customer participation in its autonomous fleet trial initiative. Ryder is operating a daily 600-mile route using International's second-generation autonomous LT Series truck, equipped with factory-installed sensors and running PlusAI's SuperDrive autonomous driving software. The trial aims to validate autonomous technology in active long-haul logistics without requiring dedicated autonomous terminals. Early results show 100% on-time delivery, 92% autonomous route coverage with human supervision, pre-trip inspections under 30 minutes, and improved fuel efficiency. The pilot focuses on evaluating performance, reliability and operational requirements under real-world conditions to finalise launch-ready product features.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 27th, 2026
SentinelOne beats MGM Resorts and Ryder with 20% revenue growth forecast

SentinelOne, an AI-powered cybersecurity platform provider, stands out as a strong buy despite its 4.7% free cash flow margin. The company's annual recurring revenue grew 24.6% over the past year, with forecasted revenue growth of 20.1% for the next 12 months demonstrating sustainable momentum. Free cash flow margin is expected to expand by 3.4 percentage points in the coming year. In contrast, MGM Resorts and Ryder face challenges. MGM's 2-year sales growth of 4.2% lagged peers, whilst declining returns on capital and a high net-debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 12x raise concerns. Ryder's revenue growth of 3.7% over two years and flat earnings per share highlight difficulties leveraging its scale advantage.

Business Wire
Feb 11th, 2026
Ryder reports Q4 2025 growth, targets $700M-$800M free cash flow in 2026

Ryder System reported fourth quarter 2025 results and provided its 2026 outlook. The company achieved its fifth consecutive quarter of earnings-per-share growth and delivered $100 million in annual benefits from strategic initiatives, with additional benefits expected in 2026. The company generated free cash flow of $946 million in 2025 and returned $664 million to shareholders through buybacks and dividends. Return on equity was 17%, with debt-to-equity at 250%, the low end of its target range. For 2026, Ryder forecasts comparable EPS of $14.50-$15.50, driven by $70 million in incremental benefits from strategic initiatives. The company expects operating revenue growth of 2%-4% and free cash flow of $700 million-$800 million. Capital expenditures are projected at $2.4 billion.

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