Fleet Manager

We are a fast-growing company operating a diverse and expanding fleet of small, medium, and heavy-duty trucks. We are seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to lead our fleet operations from acquisition through lifecycle management. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows trucks from the chassis up - a professional who has specified, ordered, and managed specialty-built and vocational vehicles, and who can build the systems, vendor relationships, and team needed to scale our fleet alongside our business. What You'll Do Own the full fleet lifecycle: specification, acquisition, upfitting, deployment, maintenance, remarketing, and replacement planning across Class 1–8 vehicles Develop and execute a scalable fleet growth plan aligned with company expansion, including capital planning, lease-vs-buy analysis, and total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling Build standardized vehicle specs and upfit packages that balance operational needs, cost, and lead times OEM Chassis & Upfitting Serve as the in-house expert on OEM chassis (Ford, GM, RAM, Freightliner, International, Isuzu, Hino, Peterbilt, Kenworth, etc.), including cab configurations, GVWR/GCWR ratings, wheelbases, PTO provisions, and factory options Manage the complete upfit process: writing specs, selecting body builders and upfitters, reviewing engineering drawings, managing pool/ship-thru programs, and ensuring compliance with FMVSS and body builder guidelines Oversee quality control on specialty-built trucks — service bodies, flatbeds, cranes, dumps, tankers, box trucks, and other vocational configurations — from PO to final acceptance Fleet Management Company (FMC) Partnership Manage the day-to-day relationship with our fleet management provider (e.g., Holman, Element, Wheels, Mike Albert), including ordering, licensing/titling, telematics, fuel programs, maintenance management, and remarketing Audit FMC billing, negotiate program terms, and hold partners accountable to SLAs and cost targets Leverage FMC data and reporting to drive downtime reduction, maintenance cost control, and utilization improvements Operations & Compliance Ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance across the fleet, including registrations, IFTA/IRP where applicable, DVIRs, preventive maintenance schedules, and driver qualification support Manage and optimize our Geotab telematics platform to monitor utilization, safety, idling, engine diagnostics, and maintenance triggers across the fleet Administer our Lytx video safety (camera) program, including event review workflows, driver coaching processes, exoneration support, and safety scorecard reporting Establish preventive maintenance programs and vendor networks that maximize uptime across a geographically distributed fleet Leadership & Team Building Lead, develop, and grow a small fleet team (coordinators, technicians, and/or administrators), building the structure and processes needed to support a rapidly scaling operation Create SOPs, KPIs, and reporting dashboards that give leadership clear visibility into fleet cost, availability, and performance Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Safety, and field leadership to align fleet capacity with business demand What You'll Bring Required Bachelor's degree required 8+ years of progressive fleet management experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role Deep, demonstrated knowledge of OEM chassis and the truck upfitting process, including working directly with body companies and upfitters on specialty-built vehicles A track record of specifying and managing specialty/vocational truck builds (service bodies, cranes, dumps, flatbeds, box trucks, or similar) Direct experience working with a fleet management company such as Holman, Element, Wheels, or equivalent — including ordering, maintenance management, and remarketing programs Experience managing mixed fleets spanning light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks (Class 1–8) Proven ability to manage and develop a small staff while building scalable processes Strong command of fleet TCO analysis, capital budgeting, and lifecycle planning Hands-on experience with Geotab telematics (or comparable platform with ability to quickly master Geotab) Experience managing a video safety/camera program such as Lytx, including event review and driver coaching Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations applicable to commercial fleets Based in or willing to relocate to the Dallas–Fort Worth area Preferred Experience scaling a fleet during a period of rapid company growth CAFM, CAFS, or NAFA certification (or equivalent) Geotab certification or advanced experience with MyGeotab rules, reports, and add-ins Experience with EV/alternative fuel evaluation for commercial applications Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience) What Success Looks Like First 90 days: A full audit of the current fleet, FMC relationship, and upfit pipeline; quick wins on downtime and cost visibility First year: Standardized vehicle specs and upfit packages in place; fleet KPIs and reporting established; team structured to support growth Ongoing: Fleet availability, cost per mile, and acquisition lead times that outperform industry benchmarks as the fleet scales Competitive base salary commensurate with experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential Company