Fleet Manager

Fleet Manager

Lead a team that keeps our fleet safe, reliable, and ready for the road. We are seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee the daily operations of the terminal shop while ensuring company equipment is maintained safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable regulations. This role provides leadership to shop personnel, coordinates maintenance activities with operations, and helps maximize fleet reliability through effective planning, preventive maintenance, and quality repairs.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the terminal shop

• Supervise, coach, and develop shop personnel

• Ensure preventive maintenance and necessary repairs are completed on company equipment in a timely manner

• Coordinate maintenance activities with operations to support daily service requirements

• Maintain and service shop equipment, including cleaning rack equipment

• Manage parts inventory to support timely fleet repairs

• Maintain accurate electronic maintenance records and close repair orders within 24 hours of completion

• Schedule shop personnel to ensure adequate staffing during peak service hours

• Perform required federal and state vehicle inspections and ensure equipment is properly documented

• Ensure maintenance practices align with company standards and current fleet maintenance procedures

• Maintain maintenance records in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements

• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and promote a clean, organized, and safe shop environment

• Ensure shop personnel receive appropriate training for assigned responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical manuals, maintenance documentation, and regulatory information

• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Five or more years of heavy truck maintenance experience

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Administrative and organizational skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality workmanship

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• High degree of computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a fleet or maintenance business management system

• Strong process orientation

• Experience leading maintenance teams in a transportation or heavy equipment environment

Leadership Responsibility

This position has direct supervisory responsibility for hourly and salaried fleet personnel.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position works primarily in an indoor shop and office environment, with occasional indoor and outdoor activity. The role involves mostly sitting and walking, minimal lifting up to 20 pounds, and the ability to speak, hear, and see clearly for the responsibilities of the position.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and other valuable benefit programs.

Join Groendyke and help lead a team dedicated to keeping one of the industry's safest and most reliable fleets operating at its best.