Location: Greater Sudbury Area (Multi-Site Responsibility)
Help Keep Ontario's Future Moving Safely
At Student Transportation of Canada, we do more than transport students. We help connect communities, support families, and ensure thousands of children arrive at school safely every day.
We're currently seeking an experienced Area Maintenance Manager who can oversee the maintenance operations of multiple school bus facilities. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring a safe, reliable, and compliant fleet while supporting operational excellence, cost control, and exceptional service to our customers.
The successful candidate will provide strategic and hands-on leadership to maintenance teams, ensuring all vehicles meet regulatory requirements and are maintained to the highest standards of safety and performance.
Why You'll Love This Role Oversee a large and diverse fleet that directly supports student safety
Shape maintenance strategy and operational performance
Work with a passionate team of technicians and transportation professionals
Competitive compensation - up to $126,000 annually, based on experience
Excellent benefits package and RRSP
Opportunities for qualified growth and leadership development
Make a meaningful impact in communities across Ontario
What You'll Do Provide leadership and direction to maintenance managers, shop supervisors, and technicians across multiple locations
Ensure all school buses, service vehicles, and support equipment are maintained in accordance with company standards and provincial regulations
Oversee preventative maintenance programs, inspections, repair schedules, and fleet readiness
Monitor and improve key performance indicators including fleet availability, road calls, maintenance costs, and safety compliance
Manage departmental budgets, inventory controls, vendor relationships, and parts procurement
Ensure compliance with Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO)



regulations, CVOR requirements, and company safety policies
Support recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management of maintenance staff
Conduct regular facility and fleet audits to identify opportunities for improvement
Collaborate with operations teams to ensure reliable service delivery for students and school board partners
Lead investigations related to mechanical failures, incidents, and safety concerns
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For 310T Truck & Coach Technician certification
Minimum 5 years of progressive fleet maintenance leadership experience, preferably in school bus, transportation, trucking, transit, or fleet operations
Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance programs, fleet management systems, and transportation regulations
Experience managing multiple facilities and large vehicle fleets
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse maintenance teams
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and operational costs
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and fleet maintenance software
Willingness to travel regularly between operating locations
You are a hands-on maintenance leader who understands the importance of safety, service reliability, and operational efficiency. You thrive in a multi-site environment, build strong teams, and use data-driven decision-making to improve fleet performance while ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction.
Student Transportation of Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require a disability related accommodation to participate in our selection process, please reach out to a member of our Recruitment team to coordinate an alternate evaluation methodology.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used during the hiring process.

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📌 Area Maintenance Manager (Ontario)
🏢 Student Transportation of Canada
📍 Ontario