Fleet Maintenance Council
A Well-Maintained Vehicle is a Safe Vehicle
The Fleet Maintenance Council (FMC) was established for the exchange of ideas and information about new developments in maintenance and related subjects. The council strives to improve the skills of professional maintenance personnel and has established a close relationship with regulatory agencies. The FMC consists of fleet maintenance supervisors, representatives of manufacturers of transportation equipment and components as well as various law enforcement officials. The council meets once per year at the annual fall seminar and cosponsors a number of activities throughout the year.
FMC Executive Committee
Joe Stevens, Chairman
Southern Star Transport joseph@ssttex.com
Justin Munoz, Allied Chairman
Love’s Travel Stops justin.munoz@loves.com
Brandon Flaming, Allied Vice Chairman
Southwest International Trucks Brandon.Flaming@swit-tx.com
FMC Seminar
2023 Wrap Up
The TXTA Fleet Maintenance Council (FMC) held their FMC Fall Seminar November 7-9, 2024 in Waco. Attendees received key information regarding the impact of environmental requirements on truck engines, the importance of proper wheel end maintenance, the role of telematics as well as a legislative and public safety regulation update.
A Technician of the Year luncheon was held to recognize Michael Kerfoot with Cox Automotive as the 2023 Technician of the Year.
During the Awards Dinner, Brad Boelling with Cummins-Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems, was recognized for his contributions to the trucking industry, TXTA and the Fleet Maintenance Council with the 2023 FMC Leadership Award.
The seminar concluded with the FMC Executive Committee Officers being recognized. FMC Chairman Bryant Hendricks with Cardinal Logistics was presented an award for his 2022-23 leadership term. Also recognized were the incoming FMC Officers for 2023-24 as seen below.
National Motor Transportation Certification Program
The National Motor Transportation Certification Program for Practicing Professionals in the Transportation Industry is established under TXTA, TXTA’s Safety Management Council, TXTA’s Fleet Maintenance Council and the University of North Texas. The purpose of the Certification Program is to implement a comprehensive plan of accreditation and certification for individuals in the fields of motor carrier safety or maintenance; to identify those individuals that have met the criteria for accreditation; and to promote the intellectual development of those individuals, organizations, and institutions involved in motor carrier safety or maintenance.
For more information, contact Lance Shillingburg lance@texastrucking.com