{"id":11477,"date":"2021-06-12T11:17:32","date_gmt":"2021-06-12T09:17:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advancedfleetmanagementconsulting.com\/eng\/?p=11477"},"modified":"2021-06-12T11:17:32","modified_gmt":"2021-06-12T09:17:32","slug":"fleet-maintenance-6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/advancedfleetmanagementconsulting.com\/eng\/2021\/06\/12\/fleet-maintenance-6\/","title":{"rendered":"How to use fleet maintenance management resources wisely"},"content":{"rendered":"

Informational sources are available to provide the knowledge you need for the task at hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Managing a fleet \u2013 or even a fleet\u2019s maintenance department \u2013 is no simple task. In a given day, you might be reviewing maintenance records, analyzing telematics data, spec\u2019ing new vehicles, dealing with a truck that is experiencing unexpected downtime \u2026 and then there are the personnel issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

A manager\u2019s job is seemingly never finished; the tasks are endless. And yet, each day you increase your knowledge on way or another. Knowing the basics of vehicle service and repair is no longer enough. A manager must also be an expert in electrical systems, computer systems, ADAS calibration, human resources \u2026 the list goes on.<\/span><\/p>\n

With so much to learn and understand, it is important to utilize all of the resources available to you. A quick web search on the topic at hand will yield plenty of results, but the accuracy could be questionable. For the most authoritative materials available, turn to the organizations dedicated to providing the most accurate, up-to-date information available to the commercial vehicle industry.<\/span><\/p>\n

Maintenance and repair information<\/span><\/h3>\n

One of the leading resources for commercial vehicle maintenance and repair information is the American Trucking Associations\u2019 Technology and Maintenance Council<\/a> (TMC). If you are not already familiar, TMC is dedicated to providing maintenance solutions to the commercial vehicle industry through various avenues such as education, networking, and standards development.<\/span><\/p>\n

TMC hosts various events every year, including a trade show, industry meetings, training, and webinars. The organization\u2019s website also offers access to information such as recommended practices (RPs) and vehicle maintenance reporting standards (VMRS), reports and documents, job listings, and training resources.<\/span><\/p>\n

Training<\/span><\/h3>\n

Another important resource you should be familiar with when it comes to technician training is the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence <\/a> (ASE). This non-profit has been around since the early 1970s and offers training and certification for vehicle technicians. Many of ASE\u2019s training sessions apply to multiple vehicle classes, while some focus specifically on heavy duty, so this is a great resource to keep in your back pocket for future technician training needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Right to Repair information<\/span><\/h3>\n

In the mid-2010s, the Right to Repair Act and subsequent memorandum of understanding were passed, and truck and engine manufacturers agreed to provide service information to owners, fleets, and independent service providers. The National Automotive Service Task Force<\/a> (NASTF) works to identify and help resolve any gaps in this information, so if you or your technicians find that any information that should be available is not, submit a service information request form by creating a free account on NASTF\u2019s website.<\/span><\/p>\n

Job boards<\/span><\/h3>\n

The current technician shortage makes finding certified, experienced technicians a challenge, to say the least. Utilizing job boards specifically targeted to automotive and diesel technicians can help to ease that burden. Find a Wrench<\/a> is one such resource that provides a place for fleets to list open positions and find and recruit technicians for those jobs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Specific industry associations<\/span><\/h3>\n

When you need information, technician training, or general resources in a specific area of fleet maintenance, industry associations are at your disposal. The Tire Industry Association<\/a> (TIA), for example, supports the commercial tire market with services and programs, including technician education and certification. Tires being one of the leading costs for fleets, this is an important category to be well-versed in, but there are also organizations for many other areas of vehicle service and repair, such as the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau<\/a> (TRIB) and the HD Repair Forum<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Manufacturers<\/span><\/h3>\n
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This is probably apparent, but it is still worth mentioning: manufacturers can be a great resource. From truck OEMs and engine manufacturers to tire and retread companies, most suppliers are more than willing to provide any resources you need. Whether it be to coordinate training for technicians or an in-depth explanation of a new tire inflator or diagnostic scan tool, reach out to these resources for valuable insight.<\/span><\/p>\n

While this list is far from exhaustive, it highlights some important resources that you, as a maintenance manager, should be aware of. Utilizing available resources is a good business practice and can help your entire fleet be as efficient as possible, improving uptime and keeping technicians well trained and satisfied with their career.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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By David Brierley<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Source: https:\/\/www.fleetmaintenance.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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The audit is a key tool to know the overall status and provide the analysis, the assessment, the advice, the suggestions and the actions to take in order to cut costs and increase the efficiency and efficacy of the fleet. We propose the following fleet management audit.<\/p>\n

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