Fleet Manager

Position Summary

The Fleet Manager is responsible for leading a team of Technicians and Mechanics in an aggressive quality preventative maintenance repair program, including the maintenance of large, medium, and light duty vehicles, and other equipment to ensure a safe and efficient fleet. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, educate and develop employees
• Monitor employee’s performance and be accessible to all areas of the shop
• Oversee multiple shop operations
• Plan daily manpower to meet workload
• Provide support to the operations team regarding all equipment related issues
• Monitor and analyze all opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies
• Perform administrative functions; including payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance and compliance documentation
• Address all corrective action regarding direct reports
• Provide clean, safe working conditions of the facility and equipment
• Communicate with client to ensure operation's and company's needs are met
• Identify and monitor equipment sent to outside sources for repairs
• Conduct pre-shift meetings
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Interview and hire for shop positions

Key Competencies and Minimum Education

• Must possess at least 2 years' industry experience in fleet maintenance or operations capacity and 5-8 years of direct management experience.
• Prior technician/mechanic experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Contract dependent: May require familiarity with heavy truck / trailer repair and maintenance
• Contract dependent: May require experience with refrigerated cargo units
• Must be able to travel as needed; overseeing multiple shop locations as assigned
• Thorough knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Strong computer skills- knowledge of Word, Excel, Fleet Management systems and exposure to large ERP/timekeeping system

Working Conditions

• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise.
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases or other irritants.
• Ability to move and position heavy objects
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to repair vehicles
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.