$140,000 - $175,000 | Phoenix, AZ | Full-Time
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A large, established construction and infrastructure services company operating across North America is seeking a Fleet Director. The hiring organization will be identified to candidates during the interview process, and all inquiries are handled in strict confidence.
FLEET DIRECTOR
The Fleet Director leads all fleet operations across a multi-site region, with accountability for a mixed fleet of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles, specialty construction equipment, and trailers supporting field crews across multiple states. This role owns maintenance strategy and shop performance, DOT and regulatory compliance, telematics and fleet technology, asset lifecycle and capital planning, vendor and rental partnerships, and total cost of ownership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operational leader who is credible with shop technicians and superintendents and equally effective presenting capital plans and cost analysis to executive leadership. Candidates must currently reside in the Phoenix metropolitan area or be established locally prior to start. Regular travel to field locations and shops within the region is required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Lead regional fleet operations across multiple sites, shops, and yards, including direct and indirect oversight of fleet managers, shop supervisors, technicians, and administrative staff
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Own the regional fleet maintenance strategy — preventive maintenance programs, repair standards, shop scheduling, warranty recovery, and equipment uptime targets
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Manage total cost of ownership: acquisition, utilization, maintenance and repair spend, and disposal
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Develop and execute asset lifecycle and capital replacement plans; build annual fleet capital and operating budgets and manage to them
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Ensure full compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations
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Implement and optimize fleet technology — telematics, GPS, fleet management information systems, work order and asset tracking platforms
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Establish KPIs and reporting on utilization, availability, downtime, PM compliance, and technician productivity; reporting to operations leadership
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Manage supplier, dealer, rental, and third-party maintenance relationships
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Partner closely with operations leadership to forecast equipment needs, allocate assets across projects, and support project mobilization and demobilization
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Drive fleet standardization, and specification development in alignment with enterprise standards
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Build, coach, and develop a high-performing fleet team; establish succession depth for key shop and management roles
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime, control cost, and improve field productivity
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Other responsibilities as assigned
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
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10-15 years of progressive fleet management experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership or people-manager role with multi-site accountability
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Experience managing a mixed fleet of 500+ assets, including heavy-duty vehicles, specialty construction equipment, and trailers
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Construction, utility, telecom, oil & gas, or comparable field-services fleet experience strongly preferred
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent fleet leadership experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
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Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations and demonstrated experience managing a compliant regulated fleet
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Demonstrated ability to build and manage fleet capital and operating budgets, and to defend capital requests with data
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Proficiency with telematics and fleet management information systems; strong analytical and reporting skills
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Experience in a multi-site, geographically dispersed organization; prior multi-operating company or network-level scope preferred
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ASE, CAFM, CAFS, or equivalent certification a plus
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Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; ERP experience preferred
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Demonstrated leadership and communication skills — credible with technicians, foremen, and executive leadership alike; strong influence and negotiation ability
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Must reside in the Denver metropolitan area
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Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable motor vehicle record
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Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
SAFETY:
Nothing matters more than keeping people safe. We work continuously to improve safety results for our crews and the customers we serve, and we give every team member the tools and authority to manage risk in their own work through a formal, hazard-based program.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:
Despite our size, we remain a family company. Our suite of benefits reflects our commitment to our employees.
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Salary: $140,000 – $175,000 per year, paid semi monthly
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Annual incentive bonus eligibility
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Job type: full time
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Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
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Paid on-the-job technical and professional growth opportunities
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Established career path for future advancement
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401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans
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Health, prescription, dental, vision plans
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Life & Disability Insurance plans
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Financial wellness program
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Employee assistance program
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Employee discount programs
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Sit, stand, walk for extended periods in an office environment
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Travel as needed – 30-40%
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Regular presence in maintenance shops, equipment yards, and active job sites, including standing and walking on variable terrain for extended periods and exposure to weather conditions including hot and cold weather
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Exposure to shop conditions including noise, fumes, and moving equipment; use of required personal protective equipment
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Lift and carry equipment up to 25 lbs regularly and occasionally heavier
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Manual dexterity for fine tasks, computer and office equipment use
This role is accepting applications until filled.
This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
