Fleet Manager

Position SummaryThe Fleet Manager owns the performance, cost, and compliance of the company's fleet across all regions. This role is responsible for maximizing fleet uptime, reducing total cost of ownership, and ensuring all equipment meets safety and regulatory standards. The Fleet Manager drives standard processes, vendor performance, and system adoption to ensure the right assets are in place to support safe, reliable, and efficient field operations.Core Duties / Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain appropriate processes and procedures for fleet maintenance and repairs, tracking of trucks in and out of service, fleet rotation, fleet replacement, etc.Coordinate all equipment acquisitions and divestmentsCoordinate fleet based on needs of the areas/regionsEnsure compliance with safety and other regulatory agenciesResponsible for inventory management of equipment and fleet for all regionsPerform regular field support duties, onsite field visits, due diligence, and auditsManage all vehicle specifications within compliance regulationsMaintain and approve local shop/vendor for repairs and maintenanceManagement of the fleet resource planning and optimizationOptimization of Fleetio within company locations, develop, implement new processes and procedures as necessary to ensure complianceAssist with budgets and reporting on fleet maintenance costsPerform other duties as assignedIdentify underutilized assets and execute redeployment, or replacement plans based on cost and reliability data from vendors/Fleetio.Lead fleet resource planning by aligning equipment availability with regional delivery and service needs, especially during peak demand periods.Position QualificationsExperience/EducationRequired Education: Bachelors/undergraduate degree preferred in business, logistics, finance, or another relevant fieldRequired Work Experience:3-5 years of relevant work experience preferredExperience in fleet management, maintenance or logistics preferredRequired Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesMicrosoft Applications: Advanced functionality in Word, Excel and OutlookAdditional Technology: Good communication skills and computer literacyTravel: Moderate travel required to maintain field supportCommunication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills requiredAdditional Requirements:Ability to maintain stability under pressure and be flexible and willing to modify plans and behavior when necessaryEffectively collaborate with leadership and employees to establish goals andstandards* Ability to always work with respect and cooperation with fellow employees andcustomers.* Maintain professionalism, integrity, security, image and confidentiality ofinformation and records as required by the position.Attend all training and/or in-services.Complete all PERC and other online training in a timely manner.Strong working knowledge of commercial fleet operations, maintenance practices, and total cost of ownership in a multi-location environmentDemonstrated ability to manage and improve fleet performance using data, includinguptime, maintenance cost, and asset utilization* Experience managing vendor relationships, including negotiating pricing, setting expectations, and holding vendors accountable for performance* Commitment to safety and compliance, with the ability to reinforce standards andpartner with HSE on continuous improvement* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel capability and ability to work within fleet management systems such as FleetioPhysical Working Requirements:The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:Required to work in both office and field environments, including regular travel to field locations, bulk plants, and repair facilitiesProlonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to position, transport, lift and/or move up to 15 pounds at a time.Stand, walk, move across large areas in an office environment or at a location.Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Required to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with field employees, vendors, and leadership.Expected to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license.ScopeDirect Reports: 0Total Organization Employees: ~ 900Total Organization States: 21Total Organization Regions/Markets: 4This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the employee with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.DCC Propane is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteranstatus, military status or disability status.