Fleet Manager

LUNSETH is looking for a Fleet Manager to join our team!

The Fleet Manager manages the overall and day-to-day operations of the shop, provides leadership to crew members, and maintains safe and efficient daily operations of production in the shop and fleet.

This includes planning and initiating new ways to increase efficiency, managing budgets, working with crew leaders on guidance for organizational issues, implementing and following through with maintenance programs for all equipment and vehicles, equipment storage and tracking, managing inventory, and reordering materials.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Anticipate and plan for seasonal transitions. .

• Decide which repairs should be performed in house vs. sending out

• All vehicles’ compliance requirements are maintained (tags, weight requirements, license plates, other DOT requirements/certifications).

• Maintain regular equipment repair spend monthly via fleet software.

Operations Management

• Work to achieve performance targets of Lunseth.

• Increase profitability through searching out and implementing work processes to increase efficiency. 

• Develop and implement cost saving initiatives to improve operational performance and efficiency.

• Take overall responsibility for the safe and efficient daily operation of production of the shop.

• Provide leadership and training on issues facing the organization, working collectively with crew leaders, and understanding all aspects of fleet management.

• Implement a maintenance program to ensure equipment, including machines and vehicles, is fully functioning and decreases down time. Ensure maintenance schedule is in place and followed.

• Reorder bulk materials. 

• Effectively manage inventory and reorder points.

• Coordinate with Operations Manager and advise where tools/equipment are assigned and returned (tracking).

Leadership Expectations

• Promote an environment and culture that focuses on fulfilling the mission and core values of LUNSETH.

• Use troubleshooting as an opportunity to teach and train crew leaders and other team members.

• Model LUNSETH values to meet the needs of employees, customers, and the community. 

• Communicate expectations to crew and provide support where needed. 

• Being a direct report manager of our Fleet Assistant

Qualifications:

• Mechanical experience related to the lawn care/landscaping industry.

• Excellent communication skills. 

• Able to learn/operate software.

• Problem-solving skills. 

• Strong organization skills. 

• Able to do basic calculations. 

Preferred:

• Experience in training and/or managing employees 

• Associate degree in industrial technology or related field, or equivalent experience.

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required
• Own tools

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work in a shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, grease, oils, and varying temperatures.

Compensation: $74K-$82K + DOE(depending on experience)

Benefits:  Simple IRA, Medical and Dental. Company vehicle and Profit sharing

LUNSETH is a rapidly growing company specializing in commercial grounds maintenance, snow removal, landscaping, and organic turf management since 2007. Our headquarters is in Bloomington, and we primarily focus on the south and west Twin Cities metro area. As a family-run company, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality service, consistent communication, and professional standards. We have a work-hard, play-hard culture and host many cookouts, company outings, and occasional happy hours throughout the season. Join our team and contribute to our mission of customer satisfaction and ethical practices.