Fleet Manager

Superior Plus•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Fleet Manager reports directly to the Director of Field Operations and oversees, directs, and enforces the safe operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of the Company’s vehicle fleet. The position is remote, but candidates should be based in or near Salt Lake City, Utah, and must be available for approximately 20% travel. The Fleet Manager develops fleet policies, capital and replacement plans, vehicle specifications, and preventive maintenance programs. The role manages vehicle documentation and regulatory compliance, vendor and service-provider relationships, fleet software, transfers and disposals, seasonal readiness, utilization, and cost control. The position also works with Truck Transportation Managers and communicates fleet performance and compliance to stakeholders.

Requirements

Minimum of 7–10 years of related experience, including supervisor experience.
Exceptional knowledge and understanding of applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA.
Proven experience and knowledge developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs and vehicle maintenance procedures.
Legal authorization to work in the United States; the employer will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

BS/BA degree preferred, or subject matter professional certification.
Mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures for the acquisition, operation, maintenance, and disposal of Company vehicles.
Develop and maintain a five-year equipment replacement and capital plan.
Maintain vehicle files from purchase through disposal in compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations.
Coordinate fleet registrations, licensing, and permitting to ensure ongoing compliance.
Develop standard specifications for each vehicle type used in Company operations.
Coordinate the annual vehicle replacement process through competitive bidding.
Oversee implementation and use of the fleet software system to support accurate vehicle documentation and lifecycle maintenance cost tracking.
Review, negotiate, and approve third-party service providers and equipment vendors to secure competitive or national-account pricing where applicable.
Approve vendor invoices for payment as required.
Coordinate fleet transfers and asset disposals.
Communicate fleet compliance status, performance, and continuous improvement progress to key stakeholders.
Partner with Truck Transportation Managers to establish and monitor fleet equipment-readiness standards.
Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive fleet maintenance program to improve reliability and extend asset life.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce repair and maintenance costs while maintaining safety, compliance, and equipment reliability.
Lead seasonal readiness planning to ensure equipment is inspected, maintained, and prepared for winter operating conditions.
Assess fleet utilization and maintain an appropriately sized fleet aligned with driver requirements, operational demand, and spare-equipment coverage.
Perform other duties as assigned.