LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

We are adding a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to our Chicago Operations.  The Fleet Maintenance Leader takes the helm in ensuring flawless execution of all fleet maintenance processes, championing operational excellence while adhering to internal standards. This dynamic role drives team success through strategic workforce planning, efficient budgeting, and forward-thinking fleet improvement initiatives.
Beyond overseeing vehicle repairs and maintenance, the incumbent orchestrates the seamless management of work assignments, labor efficiency, material usage, and spare parts inventory costs. With a focus on setting high-performance standards, they inspire and evaluate the maintenance team, ensuring peak productivity and innovation in every aspect of their area of responsibility.

Location: near Chicago OHare International Airport

Schedule: We operate 3 shifts so flexibility with schedule is required to service our amazing airline partners. 

Benefits: Start Day 1, no waiting period.  

• Direct the activities of the Fleet department
• Ensure all vehicles are properly maintained to meet/exceed Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations 
• Interact/direct outside vendors concerning fleet maintenance where needed
• Monitor and assess the fleet maintenance service provided by employee/outside vendors
• Monitors to ensure maintenance schedules and PM compliance are met
• Support driver training program on trucks mechanical operations
• Ensure proper licensing and insurance requirements for all vehicles and other regulatory requirements
• Monitor to ensure compliance with internal policy, DOT safety procedures and equipment policies 
• Provide a safe environment by promoting safety initiatives
• Meet/exceed all Federal and local environmental rules and regulations
• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
• Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees
• Participates in coaching as well as additional career development activities to enhance mechanic training effectiveness and potential
• Make the companys values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Plan, Implement and control the cost budget

• Five to seven years of diesel fleet maintenance work experience required. ASE certification preferred
• Three to five years of fleet maintenance shop supervisory/management experience required
• Three to five years of fleet hydraulic experience preferred
• Proven fleet diagnostic, analytical and leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results and achieve budget
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) regulations
• Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required combined with an aptitude for multi-tasking
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications