Fleet Manager

Description

The Fleet Manager will oversee and maintain the organization’s fleet of trucks, trailers and other specialized equipment.

• Oversees or delegates responsibility for the day-to-day workflow of the department and staff.
• Ability to recruit, screen, interview and hire drivers.
• Coordinate with HR onboarding, orientation and documentation; understand required documents to obtain and maintain in a driver’s qualification file.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

• Develops schedules and procedures for and ensures adherence to routine maintenance and non-routine repair of all vehicles in the company’s fleet.
• Audit and review drivers’ electronic logs and trip sheets for accuracy, adhere to HOS regulations.
• Collaborate with supervisors and staff to manage and reduce expenses such as those for fuel and labor costs.
• Calculate payroll from timesheets – trip tickets/Business Central Report
• Establishes a schedule for recommended replacement of fleet vehicles.
• Draft and presents reports on department operations, quarterly safety meetings.
• Prepare, present and manage drivers' quality safety meeting, relevant topics of discussion that provide on-going driver training and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to perform all registration and licensing renewals for an apportioned fleet, including UCR, IFTA, 2290 (Heavy Use Tax), ad Valorem, IRP, Biennial updates.
• Develops and enforces procedures, policies, and safety protocols for all fleet services staff.
• Must possess a broad knowledge of all applicable rules and regulations of safety and compliance standards set forth by FMCSA and the DOT.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of fleet management and operations.
• Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare and adhere to a budget and to monitor and reduce expenses.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, E-Roads or similar software.

• High school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Five years of experience in fleet maintenance or repair with two years in a supervisory role required.
• Valid driver’s license.