Manager, Corporate Fleet & Logistics

Lewis Services•Indianapolis, IN

7d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Company That Grows People At Lewis, we’re not just trimming trees — we’re building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future. Why You’ll Love It Here Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk! Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions! Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie! Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)! $600 sign on bonus for new employees with 1+ years climbing experience

Requirements

Minimum of five years of management experience in fleet operations, logistics, transportation, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience leading teams and coordinating fleet, dispatch, or transportation operations.
Strong knowledge of DOT compliance requirements, fleet maintenance programs, asset management, and transportation logistics.
Ability to analyze operational and financial data, manage budgets, and identify opportunities to improve cost and utilization.
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and cross-functional partnership skills.
Ability to use computers, mobile devices, and fleet management technology.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Working knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS), dispatch systems, route optimization software, GPS platforms, and fleet telematics.
Experience supporting utility, construction, vegetation management, or another asset-intensive field operation.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise multiple direct reports within the Fleet Services Department.
Build effective working relationships between Fleet Services and internal customers in support of Lewis Services’ goals and mission.
Support the Fleet Director and Regional Fleet Supervisors as needed.
Ensure adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
Administer and manage the annual capital budget across all companies.
Direct the work of fleet specialists and coordinators responsible for DOT compliance, vehicle titling and registration, toll and traffic violations, recall campaigns, and fleet management system administration.
Oversee company asset disposals and administration of the annual dielectric testing program.
Direct GPS system administration, analysis, and invoicing, and monitor preventative maintenance programs across all companies.
Monitor DOT roadside inspections and process required documentation.
Compile data for audits, regulatory reviews, and management reporting.
Oversee transportation logistics and dispatch operations to improve scheduling, routing, and fleet asset utilization.
Coordinate with operations managers, supervisors, and field personnel to prioritize transportation requests and align fleet resources with business needs.
Develop and implement routing and logistics strategies that reduce transportation costs and improve operational efficiency.
Monitor fleet deployment and dispatch activities to support the timely movement of personnel, equipment, materials, and company assets.
Review transportation metrics, route performance, fuel consumption, and utilization data to identify process improvements.
Manage third-party transportation providers, rental vendors, and logistics partners when additional fleet resources are needed.
Evaluate and implement transportation and dispatch technologies, including GPS, telematics, routing, and logistics management systems.
Ensure transportation activities comply with DOT regulations, company policies, and established safety standards.
Support emergency response planning and coordinate fleet and logistics resources during storm restoration, outage response, and other emergency events.
Perform other duties as assigned.