Fleet Manager

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Full Time Management Manhattan, KS, US

3 days ago Requisition

Position Summary The Fleet Manager is responsible for the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment within the assigned area, in alignment with corporate objectives.

Reports To Corporate Fleet Manager

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
• Oversee maintenance and repair operations for Class 8 commercial vehicles, including front-load, rear-load, roll-off, automated side-load, and other specialize vocational equipment
• Ensure proper diagnosis, repair, and preventative maintenance of diesel engines, transmissions, drive trains, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brake systems, suspension components, and emission control systems
• Develop and monitor preventative maintenance schedules to maximize fleet reliability and minimize downtime
• Review repair orders, work quality, labor efficiency, and parts utilization to ensure cost-effective maintenance operations
• Monitor equipment lifecycle costs and make recommendations regarding replacement, refurbishment, and capital expenditures
• Maintain compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and environmental regulations relating to fleet maintenance operations
• Coordinate emergency repairs and equipment recovery efforts as necessary.
• Manage outside vendors and service providers to ensure quality repairs and competitive pricing
• Evaluate shop productivity metrics, vehicle availability, maintenance costs, and downtime trends to drive continuous improvement
• Ensure mechanics are properly trained on Class 8 truck systems, diesel diagnostics, hydraulic troubleshooting, and emerging vehicle technologies

• Mechanics and Operational Support staff

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) or High School Equivalency and six (6) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible fleet maintenance experience with Class 8 trucks, heavy-duty diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and vocational equipment, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management capacity
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
• Experience utilizing fleet maintenance software and vehicle management systems
• Knowledge of DOT inspection requirements, compliance standards, and maintenance recordkeeping
• Extensive knowledge of Class 8 trucks, heavy-duty diesel engines, hydraulic systems, vocational truck equipment, preventative maintenance programs, diagnostic procedures, and fleet safety practices.
• Must possess good organizational skills and work independently.

• Valid CDL A driver’s license with a clean driving record preferred.
• Previous experience managing multiple maintenance facilities and mobile maintenance operations
• Experience with automated refuse collection equipment, compactors, hydraulic packer systems, and vocational truck bodies preferred
• Proven track record of reducing maintenance costs while improving fleet uptime and reliability

• Attendance and punctuality according to the work schedule are a must and are vital to the operations of the rest of the company.
• Full time hours, additional hours may be needed.

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, tools etc.) most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds.
• Occasional exposure to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.)
• Occasional exposure to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements.
• Who doesn't like to get paid weekly? We like it so we provide weekly pay!
• Multiple Health Plans to choose from
• Vision
• We Pay for your basic Life Insurance!
• 100% Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan with a company match up to 5%
• Safety and Retention Incentives!
• Paid Time Off
• Access to employee discount through Life Mart!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.