Vice President of Heavy Equipment & Fleet

Moss Utilities•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Moss Utilities, we specialize in underground utility installations across the DFW Metroplex. Our project experience includes commercial, single-family residential, multi-family residential, and public works infrastructure. Founded in 2016, Moss Utilities carries forward a family legacy in Dallas-Fort Worth utility construction dating back to the early 1900s. As an employee-owned company (ESOP), every team member has a stake in our shared success and the future we’re building together. The Vice President of Heavy Equipment & Fleet is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational performance, and financial management of the company’s fleet. This role ensures that all vehicles, equipment, and fleet-related systems are aligned with production needs, safety standards, and long-term business growth.

Requirements

Experience in fleet management, equipment management, or related field
Senior leadership role overseeing multi-location operations
Experience in construction, utilities, heavy civil, or similar industry preferred
Strong financial acumen with experience managing large capital budgets
Proven ability to scale operations in a high-growth environment
Deep understanding of fleet lifecycle management, maintenance programs, and compliance requirements
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a fleet strategy aligned with company growth and operational demands
Partner with executive leadership to forecast fleet needs based on project pipeline and expansion plans
Establish long-term plans for asset lifecycle, replacement, and capital investments
Oversee all fleet operations including procurement, maintenance, utilization, and disposal
Ensure maximum uptime and reliability of all vehicles and equipment across jobsites
Standardize processes across regions to drive consistency and efficiency
Implement systems to track and improve fleet performance metrics
Own fleet budget including capital expenditures, operating costs, and cost control initiatives
Drive cost efficiency through vendor management, fuel programs, maintenance optimization, and asset utilization
Analyze total cost of ownership and make data-driven decisions on repair vs. replacement
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing fleet team across multiple locations
Establish clear roles, accountability, and performance expectations for fleet personnel
Partner with Operations, Safety, and HR to ensure alignment across the business
Manage relationships with vendors, dealerships, leasing companies, and service providers
Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure best value and service levels
Oversee procurement process for vehicles and equipment to meet operational timelines
Ensure all fleet operations meet regulatory requirements and company safety standards
Partner with Safety to enforce DOT compliance, inspections, and reporting
Implement preventative maintenance programs to reduce risk and downtime
Drive adoption of fleet management systems (GPS tracking, telematics, maintenance platforms)
Leverage data and reporting to improve decision-making and operational efficiency
Partner with IT to integrate fleet systems into broader company infrastructure