Fleet Director

Blarney Castle Oil Co•Bear Lake, MI

About The Position

Fleet Director You've run trucks. You've led drivers. You know saftey, compliance, and the reality of muliterminal opertaions. We're looking for a Fleet Director to lead a fule transportation fleet serving 300+ delivery locations across Michigan.This is a hands-on leadership role offering you the chance to build consistency, training, and culture across 8+ fleet locations. Responsibilities JOB PURPOSE: The Fleet Director is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and development of the company’s fuel transportation fleet serving 300+ delivery locations across Michigan. This role oversees driver recruitment, training, performance management, and operational efficiency across 8+ fleet locations. The Fleet Director works closely with Dispatch, Safety, and Operations to ensure safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective fuel delivery. The ideal candidate brings hands-on trucking experience, a strong understanding of driver training and development, and a logistics mindset focused on efficiency, consistency, and accountability.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in trucking, transportation, or fleet operations.
Prior experience as a driver strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience recruiting, training, and managing commercial drivers.
Strong understanding of DOT and fuel transportation safety requirements.
Background in logistics, dispatch coordination, and operational efficiency.
Experience managing teams across multiple locations is highly preferred.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Ability to coach, train, and develop employees at all experience levels.
Operational mindset with a focus on efficiency, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel between Michigan-based fleet locations as needed.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and retain a team of 50+ professional fuel transport drivers.
Provide direct leadership, coaching, and performance management across all fleet locations.
Establish clear expectations, performance standards, and accountability for drivers.
Foster a culture of safety, professionalism, and customer service.
Address disciplinary issues, corrective actions, and driver relations as needed.
Develop and oversee driver training programs, including onboarding, refresher training, and skills development.
Ensure drivers are properly trained on fuel delivery procedures, equipment operation, and company policies.
Partner with the Safety Coordinator to deliver compliance, defensive driving, and regulatory training.
Identify high-potential drivers and support career development and advancement opportunities.
Work closely with the Dispatch team to optimize routing, scheduling, and utilization of drivers and equipment.
Support efficiency initiatives to reduce downtime, improve on-time delivery, and control transportation costs.
Collaborate with Operations to ensure staffing aligns with seasonal demand and business growth.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, hours of service, turnover, and service levels.
Partner with the Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and state regulations.
Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure consistent enforcement of safety policies.
Participate in accident reviews, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
Ensure driver qualification files, training records, and compliance documentation are maintained.
Coordinate with maintenance teams regarding equipment availability, driver inspections, and reporting issues.
Ensure drivers are properly trained on assigned equipment and technologies.
Support initiatives related to equipment utilization, cleanliness, and care.