Fleet Shop Supervisor

Overview

Martins Construction, a Posillico Company, is one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most prominent general contractors in heavy highway and bridge construction. Reinforcing that reputation is the commitment from our tightly-knit group of project managers and field crews who ensure that unmatched quality, value, and integrity are built into every one of our projects. Since 1993, Martins Construction has consistently tackled some of the region’s largest and most challenging projects with safety, reliability, and efficiency. Our expertise span multiple core segments of the heavy highway and bridge construction arena, across Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC.

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Fleet Shop Supervisor to join our team. The Fleet Shop Supervisor will play a critical role in managing shop operations, coordinating equipment maintenance, and scheduling dispatches for heavy highway construction and bridge rehabilitation projects. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to ensure operational efficiency and support timely project execution

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Schedule and oversee routine maintenance and emergency repairs for heavy equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues, ensuring timely resolution to minimize project delays.
• Supervise shop personnel, including mechanics, technicians, and support staff, providing training, performance feedback, and enforcing company safety policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Monitor and maintain shop tools and inventory, sourcing quality parts and consumables at competitive prices.
• Conduct regular safety training sessions for shop personnel and ensure environmental compliance, including proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• Walk the shop and yard daily to ensure cleanliness and organization.
• Schedule and dispatch equipment, drivers, and personnel to construction sites as needed.
• Track and manage equipment locations and availability using equipment management software.
• Arrange and coordinate low-bed, boom trucks, and hired trucking, including obtaining necessary permits and verifying timesheets and invoices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for field personnel, project managers, and equipment operators to prioritize and coordinate equipment requirements.
• Onboard and train new drivers on equipment software systems and ensure proper documentation for new trucking and fuel companies.
• Oversee work order creation and closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluate department procedures and implement improvements to enhance workflow and productivity
• Attend and lead daily roll calls, debriefing meetings, and weekly updates with key stakeholders, including the General Superintendent and field supervisors.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Skills Required:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; degree or certification in automotive or heavy equipment repair preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in heavy equipment repair and maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role. Dispatch or related experience is highly desirable.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of heavy equipment, diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership: Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills with the ability to train and develop staff.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with maintenance management and equipment tracking software (e.g., B2W), Microsoft Office Suite, and related applications.
• Certifications: Valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred), OSHA 30hr Construction (can obtain prior to hire), and ASE or similar technician certifications (preferred).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in all weather conditions, and perform frequent standing, bending, and kneeling.
• Other Requirements: Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and comply with random and reasonable suspicion drug testing.

Reports to: Superintendents while taking daily direction from field supervisors staff.

Location: Capitol Heights, MD

Benefits: Competitive salary, medical and dental insurance, 401K with employer match, paid time off (PTO)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Martins Construction Corp. is committed to maintaining a working environment that promotes teamwork and diversity and that is free of any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Accordingly, all of its employment-related activities will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or other legally protected personal characteristic.