Fleet Supervisor

Sysco•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

This is an operations position responsible for managing the activities of the fleet maintenance department. The Fleet Supervisor oversees the company shop and shop personnel responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the Sysco fleet; ensuring the safety and security of the shop and fleet; and providing general supervision and direction to shop staff. The role also handles administrative work involving parts procurement, inventory management, asset tracking, and cost control through maintenance systems. The supervisor oversees fleet maintenance scheduling, repairs, inspections, documentation, and compliance with company programs and applicable regulations. The role manages staffing and associate relations, supports safety training and investigations, monitors budgets and expenses, and coordinates with other departments and third-party vendors. The position may involve work at non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods, and occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office as business needs require.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Valid state driver's license meeting company standards.
Complete a Sysco-approved defensive driving program.
Sysco Powered Industrial Equipment Certification.
Trailer Refer (608) Certification.
Cab Air (609) Certification.
Air Brake Certification.
Ability to read and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing software and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs.
Knowledge of methods, techniques, and procedures for repairs and replacement; understanding of vehicle operations and safety guidelines.
Proficiency with trade tools, shop equipment, and power tools, including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to lead individual and team discussions and meetings.
Ability to apply policies consistently, promptly, and objectively and work proactively and constructively with peers and associates across departments and shifts.
Ability to follow established procedures and practices and comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
Physical ability to regularly talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach, and climb or balance; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL preferred.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise the daily work and safety of associates engaged in fleet maintenance and repair.
Oversee labor hours and consumable supplies within budget.
Prepare work schedules, including extra work days and shifts as needed.
Administer the proper utilization of company assets in support of the fleet maintenance department.
Coordinate required processes and repairs with other departments.
Assist with scheduling truck maintenance and repairs and ensuring compliance with company programs, including preventive maintenance and vehicle inspections, nonscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting, and vehicle repair, rebuild, and overhaul.
Review fleet maintenance functions and operational and expense reports.
Suggest efficiency ideas and cost-reduction measures and assist with implementing changes within fleet maintenance.
Conduct daily audits to ensure documentation is accurately completed, including work orders, breakdowns, preventive maintenance logs, pre- and post-trip inspections, and certifications, and that items are installed correctly with minimal potential for loss.
Supervise parts inventory and issue purchase orders based on anticipated needs.
Aid oversight of the fleet services budget, review prior-year income and expenses, and administer fleet service purchases, including parts, tools, and office supplies.
Assist with budgets and contracts for third-party vendor services to support efficient operations.
Help ensure proper licensing of fleet vehicles and annual vehicle and trailer inspections.
Stay current with technical manuals, literature, and trade advancements related to company-owned vehicles.
Maintain associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings and ongoing interaction; answer questions and explain policies and procedures.
Monitor associate morale and submit or respond to ideas that improve engagement and enablement.
Interpret, train, and consistently enforce company policies and procedures.
Coordinate with the Safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause determination, and routine safety inspections.
Make recommendations for disciplinary action or behavior modification when required.
Implement staff management functions, including selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and/or terminations.
Perform the duties of supervised associates and other related duties as needed.
Help sustain compliance with company and safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, including OSHA, DOT, and EFC.