Fleet Manager

About the role

The Fleet Manager will lead all aspects of fleet operations for a multi-state internet service provider. This role is responsible for strategic planning, reporting, compliance, cost optimization, and operational excellence across a diverse fleet that includes light-duty vehicles for home installations and heavy equipment for aerial and underground construction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage fleet budgets, including capital expenditures and operating costs.
• Negotiate contracts with leasing companies, maintenance providers, and fuel suppliers.
• Establish and maintain vehicle acquisition/retirement/replacement program; assist in the delivery of new vehicles; identify idle and salvage vehicles, and follow-up accordingly.
• Cook up and manage preventive maintenance and repairs on all company vehicles to keep the fleet at maximum operating efficiency and track all costs associated with maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure that all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and California Code of Regulations (CCR) for Class A and Class B driver licenses are adhered to.
• Maintain current registrations, titles, motor carrier permits, inspections and licenses on all company vehicles.
• Ensure all company vehicles have the appropriate decals to comply with state and local regulations, and Sonic corporate branding standards.
• Partner with the Safety Manager and/or Human Resources to ensure that all Class A drivers are included in the U.S. Department of Transportation Random Drug Testing program and sing pool.
• Prepare and manage annual/quarterly/monthly fleet capital and expense budgets.
• Review all service estimates for acceptability to keep costs within budgeted guidelines.
• Oversee Fleet Coordinator to ensure the Company vehicle database and fleet records are maintained; perform system audits to ensure vehicle regulation compliance.
• Partner with Safety Manager to investigate all vehicles accidents; recommend corrective action to Human Resources.
• Review all vehicle accident estimates for acceptability, to keep costs within budgeted guidelines.
• Develop and present detailed fleet operational dashboards, outlining fleet utilization and operational metrics underscoring operational performance and/or efficiency.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred but not required.
• Seven or more years fleet management experience, and two or more years in a supervisory role required.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle; valid California driver's license and clean DMVR.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations that govern maintenance operations related to job site safety protocols and potential job hazards.
• Experience in the administration of comprehensive fleet and equipment preventative maintenance programs.
• Experience and knowledge of Federal D.O.T. Out-of-Service Criteria including CHP B.I.T. Inspections and DOT compliance audits.
• Experience and knowledge of inventory control processes.
• Knowledge and experience with insurance requirements, insurance.
• Must be able to perform routine calculations and be able to write reports and correspondence.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Proficient on Microsoft Office products. Specific experience using excel and power point, be able to work with data and present/analyze data.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.

Job Requirements

• Valid CA Driver's License and clean DMV a must.

Benefits

Compensation Range: $115k-$135k annually plus Benefits