Fleet Safety and Operations Specialist

Full‑time position based in Vancouver, Washington.

TAL Building Centers, a family‑owned company in the Pacific Northwest, builds better communities through innovative building solutions. Core values: Guide, Courteous, Ambitious, Accountable, Safe.

About the role

The Fleet Safety & Operations Specialist provides strategic and operational leadership for the organization’s fleet program, overseeing all vehicle types, forklifts, and truck‑mounted forklifts. The role is accountable for fleet safety, reliability, compliance, cost control, asset lifecycle planning, vendor performance, and day‑to‑day operations.

Outcomes for Success

• Leadership Management: Ensure employees follow fleet policies, safety standards, licensing requirements, and operating procedures; build cross‑department relationships; serve as primary escalation point for fleet‑related issues.
• Fleet Strategy and Operations: Oversee the complete fleet program; establish policies, procedures, service standards, and performance measures; develop preventive maintenance strategies; manage routing, scheduling, assignment, and utilization.
• Asset Lifecycle, Financial, and Vendor Management: Create specifications for equipment; develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, maintenance costs, DOT inspections, fuel expenses, and capital needs; determine replacement cycles; negotiate vendor contracts; analyze fleet data and prepare strategic reports.
• Safety, Compliance, and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; oversee accident prevention, driver safety, incident reporting, claims coordination; verify driver licensing and training; investigate violations and accidents; partner with HR on driver risk profiles.
• Technology: Ensure cameras and tracking devices are installed and functional; support installation and troubleshooting; negotiate equipment contracts; oversee fuel programs with Carson and Corpay; respond to fleet tickets; maintain accurate records in Geotab and financial systems; manage DMV and CSA oversight.

Benefits

• Affordable health and dental insurance via a national network
• Employer contributions to HSA
• Employer‑paid vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Paid time off, including birthday
• 401(k) options
• Strong commitment to training, professional development, and career advancement
• Product discounts and various incentives, reward & recognition opportunities, voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required); associate or bachelor’s degree in business, transportation, logistics, operations, or related field (preferred)
• Five or more years of progressive experience in fleet, transportation, logistics, vehicle maintenance, or related operations (preferred)
• Experience with Geotab or equivalent (required)
• Familiarity with Carson, Corpay, and other fuel card programs (preferred)
• Familiarity with Journey Planner or similar dispatch systems (preferred)
• Valid CDL driver’s license (preferred); non‑regulated driver’s license with acceptable driving record (required)
• Working knowledge of vehicle operations, preventive maintenance, repair processes, fleet safety, and industry best practices
• Experience developing and monitoring budgets, evaluating operating data, and managing vendor relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and fleet/transportation/scheduling/maintenance‑management systems
• Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, or other transportation compliance requirements (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer and communicate in person, by telephone, and electronically for extended periods
• Ability to move through fleet and maintenance environments, inspect vehicles, and occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel to stores as needed

Pay

Starting wages range from $80,168 to $101,000 per year, based on experience and education.