Assistant Fleet Manager DOT

Metropolis Technologies•RIVERDALE, GA

About The Position

The Assistant Fleet Manager reports directly to the local Facility Managers and manages and coordinates maintenance for a fleet of transit vehicles. The role helps schedule and review vehicle maintenance, including repair details and costs; coordinates roadside response; and oversees regulatory compliance inspections. In partnership with the operations team, the Assistant Fleet Manager ensures maintenance is timely and efficient and vehicles are available for day-to-day operational needs. The position also supports staff management, safety training, shop performance, parts and inventory management, regulatory reporting, vehicle inspections, purchasing decisions, and budget development and tracking. Work schedules are determined by regional and customer needs and must comply with applicable regulations.

Requirements

Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with other departments.
Proficient with computers and software, including inventory tracking software, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Must have and maintain a valid CDL Class A, B, or C driver’s license, depending on location hiring needs; a Passenger Endorsement is required when responsible for operating shuttle buses with a capacity of 15 or more passengers.
A DOT Medical Card (Medical Examiner’s Certificate) is required.
Previous diesel mechanical experience.
Ability to lead and manage people.
Ability to manage an inventory system.
Knowledge of DOT regulations.
Must be able to perform the job duties for at least 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Physical requirements include sitting at a desk in a standard office environment, with some bending, stooping, and walking.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing maintenance of all buses and service vehicles.
Assist with staffing needs, including employee selection, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation; provide input on disciplinary action, compensation, and promotion.
Coordinate with the Safety Manager to train staff on safety procedures, maintain regular safety meetings, and monitor a safe workplace.
Work with area operations managers to support shop performance and cost efficiency.
Order parts and manage inventory, including purchase and work orders.
Track and report information related to EPA, Air Pollution Control District, CARB compliance, IRP registration, Heavy Vehicle Use Tax, CHP-BIT, OSHA, Clean-Air grants, emissions, fuel and mileage usage, and driver logs.
Oversee and process pre- and post-trip inspections.
Interface with various departments, supervisors, and third-party insurance representatives.
Direct and support large purchase decisions for company trucks and equipment.
Assist with developing the annual budget and track and forecast spending within budget parameters.
Perform other duties or projects as needed.
Help schedule and review vehicle maintenance, including repair details and costs.
Control roadside response efforts and oversee regulatory compliance inspections of the fleet.
Coordinate with operations to maintain efficient service and vehicle availability for daily needs.