Job Summary
The Director of Fleet & Maintenance is responsible for overseeing the repair, preventative maintenance and overall operational readiness for The Zemba Company’s vehicle and equipment fleet. Manage maintenance budgets, supervise shop managers, ensure compliance with DOT & OSHA regulations and implement strategies to minimize vehicle downtime and maximize asset lifespan. This position will optimize lifecycle costs, drive sustainability initiatives and ensure absolute safety across all operations.
Essential Functions
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Strategic Leadership: Develops long-term asset lifecycle strategies, budgeting needs, and capital planning.
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Fleet Performance: Develop and direct comprehensive preventative maintenance pro-grams to keep the fleet reliable, compliant, and operating at peak efficiency.
- Technology & Data Analytics: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as repair turnaround time, fuel efficiency, and cost per-mile via fleet management software to make data-driven decisions.
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Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all vehicles, equipment and shop facilities strictly adhere to local, state and federal safety and environmental regulations (including Department of Transportation rules).
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Cost Management: Negotiate parts and vendor contracts, fuel, telematics and maintenance providers, manages procurement, and handles relationships with parts and service provid-ers to control operational costs.
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Maintenance & Repair: Deep knowledge of preventive maintenance schedules, basic mechanical tools and safety standards.
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Inventory & Asset Tracking: High proficiency in using inventory management software and asset-tracking systems to optimize maintenance schedules.
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Staff Leadership: Supervise, oversee training of all levels in the shop and foster a culture of safety and performance.
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Strong leadership and management skills.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
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Proven ability to work effectively with ownership and senior leadership as well as front-line management and teammates.
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Problem-solving and analytical skills: Capacity to identify operational issues, analyze data, and develop effective solutions.
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Project and time management: Skill in managing multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines efficiently.
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Ensure fleet license plates, renewals and additions, as well as titles are purchased, issued and accounted for.
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Ensure MCS-150 filings and UCR filings are completed.
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Maintain company asset list (fleet & heavy equipment).
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Responsible for fuel tracking and reporting.
Competencies or Experience Requirements
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10+ years of progressive fleet & heavy equipment maintenance management, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
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Knowledge: Expert understanding of mechanical diagnostics, hydraulics, electrical systems, and commercial vehicle mechanics.
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Class A CDL highly preferred.
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Skills: Strong financial background (P&L management), deep knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)/OSHA compliance, and experience with fleet-tracking technologies.
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Versatility: Familiarity with heavy equipment, tractors, and alternative fuel integrations.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) preferred.
Safety
Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
Travel
Travel to job sites is required as needed.
Additional Considerations
The Zemba Companies culture and values are part of what makes the company successful and a great place to work. Candidates will be considered in terms of their consistency with culture and values. The Zemba Companies is a rapidly growing company; flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment with many crucial deadlines.
Benefits
The Zemba Companies benefit package includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance and retirement savings plan upon completion of length of employment requirements. Additional benefits may include the opportunity for profit sharing and a company vehicle.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, expectations and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
