Fleet Manager

Role Overview

• Manage the daily operations of the company's fleet of vehicles and equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate vehicle inspections, repairs, and warranty work with internal technicians and external vendors.
• Monitor fleet performance, utilization, fuel consumption, and operating costs.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including DOT, OSHA, and environmental requirements where applicable.
• Maintain accurate records for vehicle registrations, titles, insurance, permits, inspections, and maintenance history.
• Oversee vehicle acquisition, replacement, disposal, and asset lifecycle management.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors, repair facilities, leasing companies, and fuel providers.
• Monitor driver qualifications, licensing, training, and compliance with company safety policies.
• Investigate vehicle accidents and coordinate insurance claims and corrective actions.
• Develop and enforce fleet policies and procedures.
• Prepare reports and analyze fleet metrics to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
• Manage fleet budgets and recommend capital expenditures.
• Handle the coordination of after-hours support as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation Management, or a related field preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of fleet management or transportation management experience.
• Experience managing commercial vehicle fleets preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fleet maintenance and repair practices.
• Understanding of DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, and vehicle safety standards.
• Experience with fleet management software and GPS/telematics systems.
• Strong analytical and budgeting skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with vendors and service providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Ability to analyze reports and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.