Area Fleet Manager

RelaDyne•Glendale, AZ

10d

About The Position

RelaDyne is seeking an experienced Area Fleet Manager to oversee fleet safety, DOT compliance, and fleet management programs across multiple distribution centers in an assigned region. The role partners with Operations, Fleet, and shared services teams to support safe, compliant, and efficient fleet operations. It is field-based and requires travel of up to 50%, primarily to distribution centers within the assigned region. The position supports DOT compliance and fleet safety, including driver and vehicle requirements, telematics, inspections, maintenance, and compliance audits. It also manages fleet administration and records, coordinates vehicle and asset transfers, supports cost control and fleet planning, and provides fleet expertise to Operations and Dispatch. The position is designated safety-sensitive; employment is contingent on successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include background and drug and alcohol screenings. RelaDyne and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of DOT compliance and/or fleet management experience.
Ability to travel up to 50%, primarily to distribution centers within the assigned region.
Excellent driving record.
Experience with electronic logging and fleet technology.
Knowledge of federal and state fleet/DOT regulations and maintenance practices.
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to understand technical vehicle information, service records, repair estimates, and manufacturer specifications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
CDL, preferably with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driving experience.
Experience with Samsara or similar fleet telematics systems.

Responsibilities

Partner with distribution center leadership to ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company fleet policies, and driver requirements.
Support Samsara setup and installation, driver-event review, coaching, and compliance initiatives.
Monitor pre- and post-trip DVIRs and ensure defects are documented, repaired, and properly closed.
Support preventative maintenance programs and achieve 90% or higher compliance with FMC schedules.
Review roadside inspections and ensure violations or vehicle defects are corrected.
Conduct at least one multi-site fleet safety and compliance audit per month and visit each assigned site at least annually.
Serve as the primary DOT and fleet resource for assigned distribution centers and support network-wide compliance initiatives.
Assist with fleet-related mergers and acquisitions as needed.
Maintain accurate fleet records and support vehicle registrations, insurance, permits, recalls, tolls, rentals, leasing, and fleet card requirements.
Coordinate vehicle and asset transfers to maximize fleet utilization.
Partner with Operations to use preferred vendors, control costs, and maximize rebate opportunities.
Support fleet maintenance audits and annual capital expenditure planning.
Provide DOT and fleet expertise to Operations and Dispatch to support safe, timely customer deliveries.