Tristan Simmons

Background

About Tristan Simmons

As the TenCare Maintenance Manager at Transportation Equipment Network, I assist with the full-scale maintenance operations for a 24/7 nationwide fleet of semi-trailers scaling over units. Helping ensure every asset is safe, compliant, and road-ready at all times—supporting continuous uptime and reliability in a demanding trailer leasing environment.Operating in a 24/7 service model means that responsiveness, vendor coordination, and issue resolution must be seamless around the clock. Working closely with internal teams and external service providers to ensure real-time support and rapid turnaround, no matter the hour or location.Managing a robust network of national and regional vendors, ensuring they meet strict compliance, quality, and service-level standards. Assist with routine audits, enforce pricing agreements, and evaluate vendor performance to protect operational efficiency and cost control.Managing nationwide preventative and corrective maintenance in a 24/7 operational environmentEnforcing vendor compliance with TenCare standards, DOT regulations, and lease agreementsOverseeing national vendor partnerships for consistent quality, pricing, and coverageConducting regular audits on vendor performance, billing accuracy, and service documentationMonitoring KPIs like trailer uptime, maintenance spend, and response timesLeading initiatives that reduce downtime, extend asset life, and improve maintenance workflowsAt Transportation Equipment Network, we ensure that every trailer—regardless of location or time of day—is maintained to the highest standards under our Ten philosophy