Senior Operations Manager, Fleet Services

MP Systems | PPC Partners•Waterford, WI

About The Position

This role will be responsible for overseeing fleet operations serving the Southeastern Wisconsin area, working out of the East Troy, WI office. This position requires a strong leader to manage a fully functioning team. Provide leadership to take charge of challenging projects, encourage teamwork, and supply the energy and enthusiasm required to achieve company goals and objectives. Responsible for managing accounts directly and through subordinates. Continue to develop the fleet and shop team and encourage teamwork, and supply the energy and enthusiasm to achieve company goals and objectives. Conduct business in accordance with PPC and MP System’s mission and vision statements. At MP Systems we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: Safety – Strong Focus on Safety, A Servant’s Heart – Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom – Insightful, Integrity – Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage – Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility – Modest and Respectful, Passion – Unfailing Dedication

Requirements

High school education is required; Two-year technical or Four-year related degree or equivalent related experience preferred
Individual must be able to work independently, meet deadlines and budgets, work on multiple jobs simultaneously, and fulfill all job requirements within a timely fashion
Desire to learn and grow personally and professionally required
Ability to effectively utilize basic Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
5-10 years prior experience, preferably in the construction, renewable energy and wind turbine, or the road construction/DOT field
Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and budget processes
Ability to manage risk & profitability successfully
Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable
Be highly customer-service oriented; ability to create new and maintain current customers

Nice To Haves

Be willing and capable of completing personal development plans for self and subordinates preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention
Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task
Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents
Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed
Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel and as appropriate for current management level. Ensure all employees meet or exceed their required safety training (OSHA, First Aid, CPR, etc.)
Partners with Safety dept. to investigate all accidents / “near misses” promptly and thoroughly, to ensure the incidents are communicated across the organization
Productivity: Oversee constant process improvement in the area of production and efficiency in our field labor. Efficiently manage fleet operations, such as: rentals, new equipment purchases, managing repairs, and equipment utilization etc.
Achieve minimum productivity requirements of 100% while striving for expected productivity requirements of 110%
Growth: Prospect for leads continually through interaction on job sites through sub and customer interaction while executing current project
Forecast what is to be done on a weekly basis, when, and by whom. Analyze and forecast factors that affect results to maximum efficiency. Develop appropriate programs, strategies, and supervision
Share manpower, resources, and tools with all projects, departments, and branches as needed
Assist with developing the branch’s one and three-year plans
Anticipate problems and take necessary corrective actions
Ensure that our public image is maintained with all elements including our vehicle fleet and all correspondence
Execute coordination of day-to-day department activities. Follow guidelines as established by Position Description Authorities
Provide leadership to take charge of challenging projects, encourage teamwork, and supply the energy and enthusiasm to achieve company goals and objectives
Troubleshoot fleet problems
Work closely with Director of Operations and peers to develop and implement strategy for Fleet Operations in support of the overarching strategy at MP Systems.
Lead a team of both union and non-union supervisors, administrators, tooling, road/ shop mechanics, logistic coordinators, fabricators, transporter drivers, yard management, and other duties as assigned.
Oversee the acquisition and outfitting of new vehicles
Ensure all direct reports comply with all MP System’s processes such as: purchasing, data entry into systems, POs, Capex, SOPs, etc.
Monitor fleet branding and processes
Administer fleet licensing and titling to ensure vehicles are registered annually
Annual review of vehicle replacements for Department budgeting
Read industry publications to stay knowledgeable of new technologies and best practices
Communication with drivers and managers (vehicle/driver compliance issues)
Act as primary contact for fleet services maintenance vendor
Act as the primary contact and coordinate annual compliance requirements for vehicle allowance program
Attend seminars/conferences to network with other Fleet Professionals
Assist the Safety Group with driver training
Maintain vehicle and equipment records
Maintain up to date drivers list
Maintain and monitor internal gas & maintenance card program
Maintain and monitor telematics reporting and connectivity
Monitor CMV and CDL vehicles for compliance requirements
Monitor annual CPA programs with vehicle manufacturers
Provide overall leadership to department while acting as a team player; lead by example; provide necessary and frequent communication to direct reports to ensure smooth and efficient operation of department