What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Manager position at Gras Lawn?
The Fleet Manager will be responsible for Managing the Company's Auto, Truck, and Tool assets including equipment replacement analysis, repairs, inspections, inventory control, DOT compliance, vendor contracts and fuel strategy. They will supervise mechanics in the shop, including such responsibilities as conducting shop meetings, making hiring/termination decisions in conjunction with Human Resources and appropriate management; conduct employee training and performance evaluations. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, employees, vendors, and others. The Manager will, as needed, make independent decisions and establish initiatives for preserving company assets.
Qualifications
- The successful candidate will possess a minimum of five years of experience in fleet management/maintenance.
- Knowledge of and best practices related to the landscape industry equipment management.
- Experience with state, federal, and local regulations related to Fleet safety and permits,
- Experience with car, truck, and landscape equipment maintenance programs.
- Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems to perform preventive repair maintenance functions on equipment and vehicles used by the Company.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations; as well as write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals AND effectively present information to managers, clients, and customers.
- Must possess a valid state Driver's License.
- Possess excellent communication skills in dealing with other departments and personnel.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but a combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Bi-Lingual a plus
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments with limited supervision
Self-starter, ability to prioritize and organize projects and assignments with limited supervision
A learner's attitude that consistently demonstrates curiosity and flexibility
Ability to give and receive feedback in a constructive and positive manner
Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, analyze and interpret regulations and other regulatory documents
Advanced computer skills with proficiency and working knowledge in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to manage multiple projects, establish priorities, and accomplish goals and objectives within given timelines
- Working knowledge of Federal and State trucking regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; a working knowledge of the DOT Letters of Interpretation and other Regulatory Guidance
Assist with the transportation compliance program for the assigned location(s) to include; Driver Qualification, Pre-Employment, Post-Accident, Random, and Reasonable Suspicion drug testing, Hours of Service records and driver training
Effectively evaluate, monitor, analyze and identify all driver compliance and non-compliance issues and resolve them in a timely manner
Assist with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, follow-up, and closure of action items
Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) daily, identify and resolve DVIR issues
Communicate effectively with all levels of district and project management, Regional Transportation Compliance Managers, staff, and craft employees
Work with drivers and management to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local transportation regulations
Review, document and analyze all interactions with regulatory entities to include; crashes, roadside inspection violations and citations
Prepare, analyze, and disseminate detailed reports from the Company's telematics system
Work within Company data systems to record and track equipment maintenance and utilization
