Transportation Fleet Manager

About US

We provides transportation, truck/rail transload, and warehousing services in Charleston to diverse industrial and commercial counterparties. As the largest drayage provider and one of the largest warehouse providers in Charleston, We offers supply chain capacity via an asset-based model that provides a tailored customer experience. Growth-focused, the Team is dedicated to exceeding expectations, working with like-minded partners, and ethical decision making.

Vehicle Maintenance And Repair

• Developing and Overseeing Maintenance Programs: Overseeing preventative maintenance schedules to minimize breakdowns and extend the lifespan of vehicles. Analyze pre- and post-trip inspection checklists to catch minor issues early.
• Scheduling and Coordinating Repairs: Monitor vehicle maintenance records, schedule timely inspections and repairs, and ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Managing Relationships with Vendors: Develop relationships with the Penske repair shop and other vendors like Elite Towing and Duesterhaus Body Shop to secure quality service at competitive prices.
• Spare Parts and Inventory Management: Manage the procurement and inventory of necessary supplies, to include but not limited to wire and bolt cutters, zip-ties, etc.
• Ensuring Vehicle Readiness: Ensure that vehicles are safe, reliable, available for operational needs, with minimal downtime.
  
  

Fleet Operations And Management

• Vehicle Acquisition and Disposal: Research and recommend the best vehicle types, at lease end of older vehicles then aid in the procurement process (possibly including negotiation, financing, and registration), and develop strategies for the disposal of vehicles at the end of their useful life.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Prepare and manage the fleet maintenance budget, track expenses related to maintenance and repairs and identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the fleet complies with all federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., FMCSA, IFTA).
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, and regulatory compliance. Prepare reports on fleet maintenance activities and costs for upper management.
• Technology Implementation: Use fleet management software, telematics systems, and other technologies to streamline maintenance processes, track vehicle health, and analyze data.
• Fuel Management: Implement strategies to optimize fuel consumption, monitoring fuel costs, and potentially negotiating fuel contracts.
• Time Management: Be available to coordinate maintenance operations as the situation dictates.
  
  

Preferred Prerequisites

• Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of commercial vehicle mechanics, maintenance procedures, and diagnostic tools.
• Management and Leadership Skills: The ability to plan, organize, direct, and supervise maintenance operations and personnel.
• Flexibility in Schedule: The ability to work as-needed to ensure 24/7 maintenance support to the fleet.
• Financial Acumen: Skills in budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication with drivers, mechanics, vendors, and upper management.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills: The ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues and make sound operational decisions.
• Organizational and Time-Management Skills: Managing multiple tasks, prioritizing effectively, and maintaining detailed records.
• Knowledge of Regulations: A thorough understanding of relevant transportation and safety regulations.
• Technological Proficiency: The ability to utilize fleet management software and other technology tools.
• Ability to Travel: Travel may be required as new remote terminal locations come online in the future.