Fleet Manager manages the operation and maintenance of the organization’s motor vehicles. Oversees DOT compliance and reporting as it relates to the fleet. Being a Fleet Manager develops and implements vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance programs. Manages fleet department budgets. Additionally, Fleet Manager develops and maintains outside vendor and service provider relationships. May require an associate degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Fleet Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Fleet Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.
Fleet Manager Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Fleet Manager to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Grow the fleet;
- Assist contractor’s with issues timely and professionally;
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills;
- Strong customer service skills; ability to diffuse both driver frustrations and ability to develop compromises that keep all parties successful;
- Conduct weekly safety meetings;
- Manage tire air pressure reporting weekly and maintain accurate records;
- Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in the English language;
- Manage and track tire inventory and all warranties;
- Capable of resolving issues as they arise;
- Help control repair, inventory and labor costs;
- Diagnosing and resolving tractor maintenance issues timely;
- Schedule and maintain all maintenance and repairs needed and keep accurate records;
- Other duties as required by supervisor;
- Monitor employee work levels and guide as needed;
- Cheerleader of safe driving and a safety first culture.
Requirements:
- HS Diploma or GED;
- Effective time/resource management and project management skills/capabilities;
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience;
- Average 50-hour work week;
- Preparing and administering a budget;
- Excellent customer service skills;
- Excellent communication, organizational, team building, and leadership skills are required;
- Have and maintain a valid driver license with a clean driving record;
- OSHA regulations to establish safety policies and procedures for fleet service operations;
- At least one (3) year of experience managing a motor vehicle fleet;
- Meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency. Willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary;
- Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills;
- Principles and practices of supervision;
- Positive attitude with customer service first mentality.