Fleet Specialist

Fleet Specialist for Data Center Operations (Critical Environment)The Fleet Manager is responsible for ensuring the availability, safety, compliance, and cost-effective operation of Black Box's fleet supporting mission-critical data center operations. This role directly enables revenue-generating field activities by guaranteeing that vehicles, tools, equipment, and supplies are always deployment ready, with zero tolerance for safety or compliance lapses.Key ResponsibilitiesFleet Operations & ReadinessEnsure 24/7 fleet availability to support critical data center deployments and emergency response.Oversee daily fleet operations to maintain high reliability and utilization.Develop and enforce fleet policies, SOPs, and best practices.Optimize vehicle and equipment allocation to meet SLAs.Maintenance, Safety & ComplianceExecute preventive maintenance programs.Ensure full compliance with DOT, OSHA, and site-specific safety standards.Maintain inspection, maintenance, and incident records.Lead fleet safety initiatives and audits.Asset & Inventory ManagementManage lifecycle of vehicles, tools, and equipment.Track utilization, depreciation, and replacement cycles.Coordinate procurement and disposal of assets.Ensure critical tools are always site ready.Financial & Vendor ManagementOwn fleet operating budget.Identify cost savings and productivity improvements.Manage vendors and ensure SLA adherence.Prepare performance and cost reports.Stakeholder & Team EnablementPartner with Data Center Operations and Field Services.Train staff on fleet usage and safety.Act as an escalation point for fleet risks.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Fleet availabilityPreventive maintenance compliance ≥Zero critical-site downtime incidentsDOT / OSHA complianceZero recordable safety incidentsYoY cost reductionAvailability of critical assetsQualificationsBachelor's Or Associate degree4-5 years fleet or logistics experienceExperience in mission-critical environments preferredSAP, fleet management tools, OSHA certification preferred