Assistant Fleet Manager, WBPA

Pero Family Farms Careers•Hanover Township, PA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

At Pero Transport LLC, we are committed to operating a world-class transportation and logistics organization that ensures our customers receive best-in-class customer service. We strive to always provide on-time and efficient deliveries and make a point to offer the best, most personal service to each of our customers. We are large enough to handle any shipper or receiver’s needs, while still providing the personal relationship and communication that is essential to your business. JOB SUMMARY Primarily responsible for managing and maintaining Pero Transport, LLC’s PA fleet in good operating condition so the company can meet its distribution objectives efficiently and cost- effectively. The Assistant Fleet Manager will be responsible for all records, maintenance, and equipment cost control. This position will be in constant communication with the Fleet Manager based out of company headquarters to advise him/her of equipment and personnel availability, and all fleet needs and repairs. The Assistant Fleet Manager will also work in collaboration with the Compliance Manager insuring the safe and effective management of Pero Transport’s fleet of trucks, and will manage personnel in the shop located in PA.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in heavy-diesel equipment, safety certifications, and training
CDL Class A required
Expertise in transportation equipment and mechanics.
Knowledge of all DOT, state, and federal requirements, policies, and procedures.
Analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage personnel
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to learn and understand transportation software systems and technologies
Participate in various workshops and educational programs to maintain knowledge on all industry regulations and rules

Responsibilities

Daily coordination of equipment and personnel availability to provide services (vehicle mechanical inspections, mechanical repairs, driver communication).
Oversees and approves administrative processing of paperwork required in the acquisition or disposal of equipment (i.e. title, registration, license, etc.)
Plans, organizes, and directs equipment maintenance, repair, and disposal while continually updating and maintaining all equipment maintenance files.
Reviews equipment maintenance invoices to ensure that proper maintenance was performed.
Transports equipment as required in the acquisition and repair of vehicles.
Oversees the vehicle emissions program to comply with federal and state mandates.
Maintain a database of sales, registration, inspections, and maintenance of the fleet.
Monitor and ensure the fleet operates in compliance with local and state rules and regulations.
Communicate and oversee the proper addition of new equipment into the data management system (Famous) to ensure appropriate allocation of expenses to all equipment.
Provide direction and effectively communicate to the Fleet Manager for fleet replacements, requirements, and needs.
Manage shop personnel in the PA shop, and mechanics’ schedule, ensuring all PM’s and proper repairs are made in an efficient and timely manner