National Manager of Equipment & Fleet
Listed on 2026-01-14
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Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
Loenbro, LLC is a trusted, long‑term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our services span Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication, all delivered with a national presence and a local approach.
At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.
Position OverviewThe National Manager of Equipment & Fleet is a senior strategic and operational leader responsible for the direction, performance, and lifecycle management of the company’s national fleet, heavy equipment, and specialty electrical construction assets. This role oversees procurement, maintenance, logistics, utilization, safety, and financial performance of a large distributed asset portfolio across multiple states.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership- Develop and implement a comprehensive national fleet and equipment strategy aligned with operational, financial, and growth objectives.
- Establish standardized processes for procurement, maintenance, replacement cycles, and equipment deployment across all regions.
- Lead modernization efforts including telematics, GPS tracking, asset‑management platforms, and preventive maintenance automation.
- Identify future equipment needs to support expansion, new service offerings, and emerging electrical technologies.
- Direct and oversee all fleet operations for vehicles, trailers, heavy machinery, bucket trucks, lifts, and specialty electrical equipment.
- Manage company‑owned equipment yards, repair facilities, and dispatch/logistics operations.
- Optimize equipment utilization to meet lease, rental, and owned equipment goals and ensure high reliability for field crews.
- Establish operator qualification standards and cross‑training programs to ensure safe, efficient use of equipment.
- Implement rapid deployment processes for equipment needed on fast‑track or emergency projects.
- Own fleet and equipment budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and replacement strategy.
- Conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to drive informed asset purchasing and retirement decisions.
- Reduce operating costs through standardization, vendor negotiation, parts program optimization, and technician efficiency.
- Monitor utilization metrics, downtime, maintenance spend, and rental costs to improve operational and financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with all DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulatory requirements.
- Partner with the Safety department to develop training, inspection processes, operator certification programs, and incident‑prevention strategies.
- Maintain accurate and compliant records for driver qualification, hours‑of‑service, vehicle inspections, and licensing.
- Deploy telematics, dashcams and other safety technologies to reduce accidents, violations, idle time, and operational risk.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a national team of fleet managers, equipment supervisors, mechanics, drivers, administrators, and yard staff.
- Design staffing structures that support growth, productivity, and excellent customer service and KPIs to internal project teams.
- Establish performance metrics and accountability systems for all fleet personnel.
- Recruit and onboard high‑performing equipment and maintenance staff, utilizing non‑union flexibility to match operational needs.
- Manage relationships with OEMs, dealers, rental partners, fuel vendors, telematics providers, and service networks.
- Negotiate national contracts for purchasing, leasing, rentals, warranties, maintenance programs, and financing.
- Evaluate and audit vendor performance to ensure cost effectiveness, reliability, and alignment with company goals.
- Secure advantageous pricing, parts programs, and volume‑based agreements.
- Partner closely…
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