Director of Operations (Fleet Maintenance)

About the role

Amerit Fleet Solutions is seeking a Director of Operations to lead a team in the National Account Solutions (NAS) segment. This role requires overseeing field operations, managing a team of over 100 professionals, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to drive operational excellence, strategic growth, and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field operations, managing day-to-day execution of work within defined parameters and contract SLAs, while leading multiple layers of managers, including Senior and Regional Operations Leaders, Fleet Managers, and Field Technicians, to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain close, direct relationships with customer operations personnel to ensure alignment with client expectations, foster trust, and drive exceptional service delivery while meeting contractual obligations and SLAs.
• Oversee and manage inventory operations, ensuring efficient inventory control, optimization of resources, and accountability for inventory-related processes to support operational excellence and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and execute the talent management strategy, including succession planning, training, and career development programs to build a pipeline of skilled operational leaders.
• Serve as a key operational and technical expert and advisor to the General Manager, providing strategic insights and recommendations to inform decision-making, drive operational excellence, and support the achievement of business objectives.
• Ensure strict adherence to operational processes and procedures, driving excellence in safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze key KPIs for the day-to-day operation to ensure the team is executing efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience, preferably in the fleet management, logistics, or transportation industries.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• A customer-centric mindset and a passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.
• An innovative, agile, and resilient mindset, thriving in a dynamic, ambiguous environment.
• Demonstrated experience using DOMO or similar analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Qlik) to analyze operational data, generate insights, and drive data-informed decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 10 years of hands-on experience working as a fleet maintenance technician, performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Expert with fleet management and maintenance systems such as TMW, Maximo, Samsara, Fleetio, Geotab, and RTA, including implementation and optimization for operational efficiency.
• Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization.
• Experience building processes, project management, and schedules.

Benefits

• Full benefits within 30 days
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, disability insurance
• 401(k) match program
• Unlimited vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Career and learning development with an extensive training program through our Amerit University
• Employee referral program, up to $1,000 bonus
• ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus
• Employee recognition platform that includes opportunities to redeem points for merchandise
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 nurse triage line
• Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
• Employee resource groups (ERGs) that foster inclusion
• Foster a culture of safety, transparency, and innovation, serving as a role model and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional customer service

Pay

Competitive Pay - Paid weekly, every Friday! Salary Range $130,000 - $150,000 base depending on experience and location. In addition, there will be a bonus incentive plan.

Schedule

This role is remote-based, with preference for candidates residing in Washington DC, Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX. Anticipate approximately 50% travel during the first 6 months, defined as spending up to half of your working time visiting customer sites, field operations, and regional offices to establish relationships, oversee implementation of new customer accounts, and ensure operational alignment; after the initial 6 months, travel is expected to reduce to approximately 35%, reflecting a shift toward more localized management and periodic site visits to maintain customer relationships and monitor operational performance.