Rental Fleet Manager

Foley Equipment•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Rental Fleet Manager is responsible for the financial performance and return on investment of the rental fleet across divisions. The role manages fleet investments and uses data on utilization, rental rates, inventory, and other key metrics to guide decisions. It also oversees fleet maintenance and repairs, including downtime, maintenance expense relative to income, repair priorities, and regulatory compliance with state and federal agencies. The manager builds relationships with senior leaders, aligns priorities, and supports shared goals. The role also promotes communication across departments to advance safety, customer satisfaction, quality, teamwork, and employee growth. Travel is required for training and/or to assist at other locations.

Requirements

Demonstrated success in asset management and a track record of optimizing returns.
Exceptional customer relations and communication skills, with the ability to foster positive relationships with colleagues and customers.
Basic understanding of mechanical systems and nomenclature.
Understanding of the usage and application of all rental equipment and services offered.
Basic understanding of construction equipment.
Advanced skills in database, reporting, or analytics tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or Microsoft Access.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and creative-thinking skills.
Ability to drive and a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
Experience in the construction and/or rental industry.
Previous experience in an equipment fleet management role.

Responsibilities

Drive fleet ROI across divisions by managing fleet investment in units and dollars and analyzing key metrics, including fleet utilization, rental rates, and inventory.
Oversee maintenance and repairs of the rental fleet, including downtime, maintenance expense relative to income, and prioritization of machine repairs.
Manage the rental fleet’s regulatory compliance with state and federal agencies.
Build rapport with senior leaders, align priorities, and achieve shared goals.
Foster effective communication within departments to enhance safety, customer satisfaction, quality, and teamwork, while supporting employee growth.
Travel for training and/or to assist at other locations.