Description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of company vehicles and equipment.

• Coordinate with terminal leaders to schedule repairs and maintenance of trucks, trailers, chassis, and box trucks.

• Oversee outsourcing of equipment repairs, including tire service, scheduled PM services, needed repairs resulting from DVIR pre and post trip inspections and more by utilizing selected national account vendors.

• Ensure compliance with DOT and CHP safety regulations and standards.

• Aid in developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs for all fleet assets.

• Monitor fuel consumption, mileage, and other performance metrics.

• Monitor Samsara telematic devices to ensure proper working operation as well as asset utilization compliance.

• Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies

• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues or areas for improvement.

• Conduct spot audits of Annual and 90 Day Inspections throughout the Fleet.

• Aid in fleet operations, including vehicle acquisition and offboarding.

• Manage regional fleet maintenance of Fleet Size of 150 units (Trucks, Trailers, Chassis, Box Trucks)

• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities. Maintain and upkeep Maintenance Files.

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize utilization and cost -efficiency.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.

• Thrives in a fast-paced, high growth environment, is an independent, hands-on problem solver at different levels that take clear ownership of tasks.

• Conducts part purchasing as needed to reduce vendor outsourcing cost of repairs. Also purchase oil, antifreeze, washer solvent act for terminal leaders.

• Works in close coordination with the Vice President of maintenance to schedule and arrange equipment moves.

• Monitors actual costs versus budget costs.

• Ensure all repair orders are completed and processed in accordance with guidelines; approve regional maintenance expenditures and submit invoices for approval/payment.

• Minimize fleet downtime and units out of service.

• Ensure warranty submissions meet or exceed the business plan and are properly submitted.

• Travel required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fleet management or related field.

• Demonstrated experience overseeing maintenance and repair operations for a large fleet, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry.

• Comprehensive understanding of DOT and CHP safety regulations and standards.

• Proficiency in utilizing telematics systems, such as Samsara, for monitoring and optimizing fleet performance.

• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and strategies to ensure optimal asset utilization and cost-efficiency.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of vehicle systems and components.

• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively.

• Experience coordinating with terminal leaders and external vendors to schedule repairs and maintenance activities.

• Ability to conduct inspections and audits to identify issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with internal stakeholders, vendors, and management.
• Ability to clearly articulate maintenance needs, budget requirements, and performance metrics to senior leadership.