Fleet Manager

Surus, a division of Concordia Wireless, is hiringa Fleet Manager to oversee the day-to-day management, safety, compliance, maintenance, and utilization of an approximately 80-unit fleet supporting telecommunications construction and field operations.

Role is based out of Carol Stream with flexible start time (6 am, 7 am)

The Fleet Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all company vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, properly maintained, and compliant with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and applicable state and federal regulations. This position will work closely with operations, field supervisors, safety personnel, mechanics, and project management to ensure fleet availability and minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing a commercial fleet in the telecommunications, utility, construction, or general contracting industry, as well as demonstrated experience preparing for and managing DOT transportation audits.

Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $ a year plus annual bonus

Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position

Benefits:

• 401K – with company match up to 6%
• Healthcare:
  Medical, Dental, Vision with BCBS as the carrier
• Company paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Vacation pay and sick pay (up to 16 days in year
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• Minimum of 10 paid holidays
• 1 floating holiday per year
• Endless opportunities for growth!

• Manage an approximately 80-unit fleet consisting of Diesel trucks, Service trucks, Box trucks, Crew trucks, Pickup trucks, Directional drill support vehicles, Trailers, Generators, Light construction equipment
• Maintain accurate fleet records, registrations, titles, inspections, maintenance records, and vehicle assignments.
• Monitor vehicle utilization, mileage, fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and overall fleet performance.
• Coordinate vehicle assignments and availability with operations and field management.
• Develop processes to maximize fleet utilization while controlling operating costs.
• Manage vehicle acquisition, replacement, disposal, and lease/rental activities as needed.

• Maintain compliance with FMCSA, DOT, state DOT, and applicable federal and state transportation regulations.
• Maintain driver qualification files, MVRs, medical certifications, vehicle inspection records, and other required documentation.
• Monitor compliance with applicable Hours of Service (HOS), DVIR, drug/alcohol testing, and driver qualification requirements.
• Administer and monitor DOT-required inspection, maintenance, and recordkeeping programs.
• Prepare the company for DOT/FMCSA audits and investigations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during transportation audits and coordinate responses to auditor requests.
• Identify compliance deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain organized documentation and audit-ready records.
• Stay current on changes to DOT/FMCSA regulations and communicate requirements to management and drivers.

• Establish and manage preventive maintenance schedules for the fleet.
• Coordinate repairs with internal mechanics, dealerships, vendors, and outside repair facilities.
• Track vehicle downtime and ensure repairs are completed efficiently.
• Inspect vehicles and investigate recurring mechanical or safety issues.
• Establish standards for vehicle cleanliness, condition, and safe operation.
• Work with the Safety Department to investigate vehicle incidents and implement corrective actions
• Help develop and enforce company fleet safety policies.

• Support driver onboarding and ensure required qualifications and documentation are completed before drivers…