Fleet Maintenance Manager

Position Summary:

Amerit Fleet Solutions, one of the leading fleet maintenance companies in the US, is looking to hire a skilled Fleet Manager in Windsor, CT. The Fleet Manager is responsible for leading a team of Technicians and Mechanics in an aggressive quality preventative maintenance repair program, including the maintenance of large/heavy duty vehicles, and other equipment to ensure a safe and efficient fleet.

Compensation: Competitive Salary Pay - Paid weekly, every Friday! $85-105k with additional bonus opportunities

What’s in it for you? Full-Benefits within 30 days! Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, 401K, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, ASE certification program, employee recognition program, employee discounts, employee assistance program, and growth opportunities!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead, educate and develop employees

Monitor employee’s performance and be accessible to all areas of the shop

Oversee multiple shop operations

Plan daily manpower to meet workload

Provide support to the operations team regarding all equipment related issues

Monitor and analyze all opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies

Perform administrative functions; including payroll approval, scanner downloads, repair order maintenance and compliance documentation

Address all corrective action regarding direct reports

Provide clean, safe working conditions of the facility and equipment

Communicate with client to ensure operation's and company's needs are met

Identify and monitor equipment sent to outside sources for repairs

Conduct pre-shift meetings

Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures

Interview and hire for shop positions

Key Competencies and Minimum Education:

Must possess at least 2 years' industry experience in fleet maintenance or operations capacity and 5-8 years of direct management experience.

Prior technician/mechanic experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Contract dependent: May require familiarity with heavy truck / trailer repair and maintenance

Contract dependent: May require experience with refrigerated cargo units

Must be able to travel as needed; overseeing multiple shop locations as assigned

Thorough knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures

Proven leadership and interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)

Strong computer skills- knowledge of Word, Excel, Fleet Management systems and exposure to large ERP/timekeeping system

Working Conditions:

Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.

Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise.

Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases or other irritants.

Ability to move and position heavy objects

Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to repair vehicles

Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

Permanent