Fleet Maintenance Manager

Position Overview

The Fleet Maintenance Manager oversees the distribution center garage and directs a team of skilled mechanics responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing tractors, trailers, automobiles, and light trucks. This role ensures all equipment is in good working order and compliant with all operational and safety guidelines. The Manager develops the operating plan and budget for the garage and is accountable for achieving overall operating results consistent with individual and company performance goals.

Description

Job Description

• Team Leadership and Development: Oversee and direct a team of skilled mechanics and a fleet maintenance supervisor where applicable, ensuring ongoing skills development and performance coaching. Recruit and develop fleet technicians, manage outside vendors, and coach vehicle operators. Conduct performance appraisals, provide training, and ensure equal opportunities for professional advancement.
• Maintenance and Inspections: Oversee equipment inspections, preventative maintenance schedules, and services. Review vehicle and equipment failures, taking corrective action as needed to ensure reliable and safe operation. Recommend replacement of vehicles and equipment based on service and maintenance cost assessments.
• Operational Planning and Budgeting: Develop and implement the operating plan and budget for the garage. Review and finalize budgets with senior leadership, and ensure achievement of budgetary and service goals through effective work processes.
• Safety and Compliance: Lead the maintenance of safe work practices and conditions, ensuring a clean and safe environment in accordance with company policies and health and safety regulations. Maintain accurate and complete records of maintenance and repairs, compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Inventory and Purchasing Management: Manage the purchasing and inventory of fuels, lubricants, tires, and parts. Ensure costs are managed within budgets and operational needs, maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
• Process Improvement: Assess productivity trends and direct the allocation of resources to meet maintenance and repair demands. Lead the development of improved work processes and procedures to enhance the productivity and effectiveness of work teams, equipment, and garage space.
• Travel Required:Yes
  
  

Environment

• Warehouse : Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
  
  

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : D.O.T. qualified to drive CMV; Extensive experience and skill in vehicle and equipment maintenance related to distribution, warehouse, and transportation; Adept at preparing and delivering an address or presentation in a business setting.
• Special Skills : Strong leadership skills including team facilitation, training, and motivation; Good PC skills including experience using windows, word processing, spreadsheet, and email software; Strong analytical skills and good problem solving skills; Ability to handle multiple tasks, organize and coordinate activities effectively in complex situations
• Physical abilities: :
• Other: : High standard of integrity and reliability
  
  

Years Of Experience

• 7-10 : Vehicle and equipment maintenance, parts and fuel management, transportation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7-10 : Extensive technical knowledge and skills related to internal combustion, diesel, and electric powered vehicles
  
  

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift

2nd Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Job Area: Warehouse Operations

Job Family: Transportation

Job Type: Regular

Job Code: JC0418

ReqID: R-265448