Fleet Manager

Job Description

Overview

Amerit Fleet Solutions, one of the leading fleet maintenance companies in the US, is looking to hire a skilled Fleet Maintenance Manager in New Jersey. 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 light, medium or large/heavy duty vehicles, and other equipment to ensure a safe and efficient fleet.

This position will manage multiple locations and will involve some travel.

Shift: M-F 10am-8pm

Compensation: Competitive Salary Pay - Paid weekly, every Friday! $90,000-100,000 plus additional annual performance-based bonus incentive

The benefits of belonging – what’s in it for you?

Full benefits within 30 day

Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, insurance

401(k) program

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Commitment to your safety through boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement

Career and learning development with an extensive training program through our Amerit University

Employee referral program, up to $1,000 bonus

ASE certification program with reimbursement and bonus

Employee recognition platform that includes opportunities to redeem points for merchandise

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

24/7 nurse triage line

Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets

Employee resource groups (ERGs) that foster

Responsibilities

What the Fleet Manager role looks like:

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

Qualifications

What our ideal candidate looks like:

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