Fleet Manager

Wampum Hardware Co (WHC) is seeking to hire a full-time Fleet Manager. We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Fleet Manager to oversee the management, compliance, and performance of a diverse fleet of 220 DOT and non-DOT vehicles, including straight trucks, tractors, trailers, pickups and both tracked and rubber tire drills, across multiple states. A larger majority of our fleet hauls Hazardous Material to support the drilling and blasting needs of our customers. The Fleet Manager will be responsible for the strategic and day-to-day operation of the company’s fleet, ensuring maximum uptime, safety, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance through proactive maintenance, telematics monitoring, and operational oversight.

This Fleet Manager role offers a competitive wage and generous benefits. Our benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) profit sharing, life insurance, AD&D insurance and short-term disability. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT WAMPUM HARDWARE CO
Wampum Hardware Co is a family business that values both our employees and their families. WHC provides blasting and drilling services to customers in the mining (surface and underground), construction, and oil and gas industries.

Our commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the strength of family are the foundation upon which Wampum Hardware Co was built and has been that way for over 121 years.

ABOUT THE CAREER

Fleet Oversight & Maintenance

• Oversee all aspects of the company fleet, including trucks, trailers, and drill rigs.
• Develop, implement, and oversee a preventative maintenance program to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
• Coordinate with field operations, shop mechanics, and vendors for scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and build dates.
• Track and optimize fleet utilization to ensure efficient deployment across multiple states and job sites.
• Ability to inspect vehicles to determine issues and the fundamentals of a proper pre-trip.

Telematics & Technology Management

• Lead and manage the company’s telematics system (GPS, engine diagnostics, driver behavior, and utilization data).
• Analyze telematics data to improve driver performance and maintenance scheduling.
• Generate and present fleet performance reports to leadership and management.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all DOT-regulated vehicles meet Federal and State-specific regulatory requirements.
• Develop a system to maintain all licensing, registrations, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee driver compliance with Hours of Service and company safety policies.
• Collaborate with Safety department to develop and enforce fleet-related safety and compliance training.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Manage fleet operating budgets, including fuel, maintenance, parts, and capital expenditures.
• Negotiate vendor contracts for trucks, parts, maintenance, and telematics services.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvement through data analysis and process optimization.

Strategic Planning

• Develop fleet replacement and acquisition plans based on lifecycle cost analysis and operational needs.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and sustainability initiatives to modernize and improve fleet performance.
• Serve as a point of contact for fleet audits, inspections, and external compliance reviews.

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Requirements

• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass a drug test
• Obtain an ATF clearance within 90 days of employment
• Must pass a criminal background and motor vehicle records check
• 5 years of fleet management experience with a diverse fleet.
• Strong understanding of DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA, Hazmat and IFTA regulations.
• Proven experience managing a telematics platform (e.g., Lytx, Samsara, Geotab, Verizon Connect, or equivalent).
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficient with fleet management software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid CDL driver’s license
• Ability to travel regionally as needed.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with heavy equipment and specialty vehicles such as drills and explosive trucks.