Complete PM Solution

Automated Bus Preventive Maintenance & Safety Scheduling

Never miss a service interval again. Automate your preventive maintenance schedules based on mileage, hours, or time. Receiving automatic alerts for upcoming and overdue services ensures 100% DOT compliance and maximizes fleet uptime.

85%

Less Breakdowns

100%

PM Compliance

40%

Cost Reduction

Auto

Scheduling
Schedules
All Schedule Overdue Due Soon Completed
Create Schedule
Search
Action
Schedule
Bus Number
Due
Action
Engine Oil Change - 5000 Mi Bus #101
Overdue
Action
Brake Inspection - 90 Days Bus #205
Due Soon
Action
Tire Rotation - 10000 Mi Bus #312
On Track
24
Total
3
Overdue
5
Due Soon
16
On Track

Simple Process

How Preventive Maintenance Works

1

Create PM Schedule

Set up maintenance schedules based on miles, hours, or time intervals. Assign to specific buses and technicians.

2

Get Alerts & Notifications

Receive overdue and due soon alerts. System notifies technicians before maintenance becomes urgent.

3

Auto-Generate Work Orders

Work orders created automatically when PM is due. Complete, track, and maintain full service history.

PM Schedules Dashboard
24 Active
All Schedule Overdue 3 Due Soon 5 Completed
OVERDUE
Engine Oil Change - 5000 Miles
Bus #101 - Due: 45,000 miles | Current: 45,847 miles
847 mi overdue
DUE SOON
Brake System Inspection
Bus #205 - Due in 5 days (Jan 18, 2026)
5 days left
ON TRACK
Tire Rotation - 10000 Miles
Bus #312 - Due: 52,000 miles | 2,450 miles to go
On Schedule

PM Dashboard

View All Schedules at a Glance

Track all preventive maintenance schedules in one dashboard. Filter by status - overdue, due soon, or completed. Color-coded indicators show which buses need immediate attention.

Smart Filtering

Filter by overdue, due soon, or completed

Color-Coded Status

Red, yellow, green for instant visibility

Quick Search

Find schedules by bus or service type

One-Click Work Orders

Create WO directly from schedule

Add Schedule
SCH1018
e.g. Engine Oil Change
Select Bus
45000
Miles
Repeat One Time
No data
+ Add Task List
500
Miles
7
Day Week Month
Select Technician
Yes
Subscribed users only
+ Set Schedule × Close

Create Schedule

Set Up Comprehensive PM Schedules

Create preventive maintenance schedules with all essential details. Set mileage or time-based intervals, assign technicians, add tasks, configure notifications, and enable automatic work order generation.

Mileage-Based

Schedule by miles (e.g. every 5,000 miles)

Time-Based

Schedule by day, week, month, or year

Assign Technicians

Assign to specific team members

Auto-Generate WO

Work orders created automatically

Notify Before Due

Set advance notification by miles or days

Task Templates

Add predefined tasks from task list

Repeat
or One-Time
Miles + Days
Dual Triggers
Auto WO
Generation
Overdue Maintenance 3 Critical
Engine Oil Change
Bus #101
847 mi overdue 17 days late
Air Filter Replacement
Bus #108
5 days overdue
Due Soon 5 Upcoming
Brake System Inspection
Bus #205
5 days left
Transmission Service
Bus #312
450 mi left

Smart Alerts

Never Miss Critical Maintenance

Get instant alerts when maintenance is overdue or approaching. Color-coded notifications help prioritize work. Escalation to supervisors ensures nothing gets missed.

Alert Color Codes:
 
Red - Overdue Past due date/mileage
 
Yellow - Due Soon Within notify period
 
Green - On Track No action needed
Instant Notifications

Email and push alerts

Escalation Rules

Alert supervisors if overdue

Auto-Generated Work Order
PM Due
Auto
WO Created
WO-2487 Auto-Generated
Title: Engine Oil Change
Bus: Bus #101
Assigned: John Smith
Priority: HIGH
Tasks Included:
Drain oil Replace filter Add new oil Check levels

Automation

Automatic Work Order Generation

When PM schedules become due, the system automatically creates work orders with all details pre-filled. Tasks, assignments, parts lists, and procedures transfer automatically. No manual intervention needed.

Zero Manual Entry

WO created automatically when due

Pre-Filled Details

All PM info transfers to WO

Tasks Included

All maintenance tasks carry over

Schedule Reset

PM resets after WO completion

PM Tasks
5 Tasks
Drain old engine oil Est. 15 mins
Done
Replace oil filter Est. 10 mins
Done
Add new engine oil (15W-40) Est. 10 mins | 8 qts
In Progress
Check oil level Est. 5 mins
Pending
Reset service indicator Est. 2 mins
Pending
Progress: 2/5 Est. Time: 42 mins

Task Management

Define Detailed Maintenance Tasks

Create equipment-specific maintenance tasks with step-by-step procedures, estimated durations, and required parts. Technicians check off tasks as completed for full accountability.

Step-by-Step Tasks

Detailed procedures for each PM

Time Estimates

Set expected duration per task

Completion Tracking

Check off as tasks are done

Task Templates

Reusable task lists for each PM type

PM Schedules
3 Overdue
5 Due Soon
16 On Track
Oil Change Bus #101
Overdue
Brake Check Bus #205
5 days
Tire Rotation Bus #312
On Track
Schedules Work Orders History

Mobile Access

Manage PM Schedules from Anywhere

View schedules, receive alerts, create work orders, and complete maintenance tasks from your mobile device. Real-time sync ensures everyone has the latest information.

Full Mobile Dashboard

All schedules on your phone

Push Notifications

Instant overdue/due soon alerts

Offline Mode

Works without internet

Real-Time Sync

Changes sync instantly

Complete Solution

Everything You Need for Preventive Maintenance

Comprehensive PM tools designed specifically for bus fleet operations

Automated Scheduling

Miles, hours, or time-based PM schedules with automatic tracking.

Overdue Alerts

Instant notifications and escalation for overdue maintenance.

Due Soon Warnings

Advance notifications to plan maintenance proactively.

Auto Work Orders

Work orders generated automatically when PM is due.

Task Management

Step-by-step tasks with time estimates and completion tracking.

Technician Assignment

Assign schedules to specific technicians or teams.

Mileage Tracking

Track odometer readings and calculate miles to next service.

Service History

Complete maintenance history with costs and technician details.

Compliance Tracking

Monitor PM completion rates and on-time performance.

Email Notifications

Automated emails for overdue and due soon schedules.

Mobile Access

View and manage PM schedules from any mobile device.

Export Reports

Export PM schedules and history to Excel for reporting.

Proven Results

Success Stories & Results

Transit Agency Reduces Breakdowns by 87% with Automated PM

87%

Fewer Breakdowns

100%

PM Compliance

$185K

Annual Savings

650%

Year 1 ROI
124
Buses
847
PM Schedules
3
Depots

"Before Bus CMMS, we were constantly firefighting breakdowns. Now with automated PM schedules based on mileage, we prevent problems before they happen. Overdue alerts ensure nothing slips through, and our uptime has never been better."

RC
Robert Chen
Maintenance Director

"The auto-generate work order feature is a game changer. When PM is due, the system creates a work order with all tasks pre-filled. Our compliance rate went from 52% to 100%, and breakdowns dropped dramatically."

SW
Sarah Williams
Fleet Supervisor

FAQS

Preventive Maintenance FAQ

Create schedules based on mileage (e.g., every 5,000 miles), time intervals (e.g., every 90 days), or both using "whichever comes first" logic. The system tracks each bus's odometer readings and dates, then automatically calculates when maintenance is due. You'll see overdue, due soon, and on-track status for each schedule with color-coded indicators.

Overdue alerts trigger when a bus exceeds the scheduled maintenance point - either passing the due mileage or date. Due soon alerts trigger based on your configured notification settings, such as "notify 500 miles before" or "notify 7 days before." Both alerts send email notifications and appear in the dashboard with color-coded badges.

Complete history is preserved for every schedule and bus. View completion dates, work order numbers, technicians, parts used, labor hours, and total costs. Track compliance rates and on-time completion percentages. Export history to Excel for reporting. The audit trail shows who completed what and when - perfect for warranty claims and compliance audits.

Full integration! PM schedules link directly to work orders. Create work orders from any schedule with one click. All PM details transfer automatically. When a work order is completed, the PM schedule automatically resets to the next interval. Track PM-related work orders separately from reactive maintenance for clear reporting on planned vs. unplanned work.

Full mobile access via the Bus CMMS app! View all schedules, filter by status, see overdue and due soon items, create work orders, complete maintenance, and update odometer readings from the field. The mobile app sends push notifications for overdue and due soon items. Works offline and syncs when connected. Available for iOS and Android.

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