Senior Fleet Manager

Primoris Services Corp.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental care

Vision care

Healthcare Spending Account

Life Insurance

Weekly pay schedule

RRSP matching

Hybrid work from home options

Job summary

Primoris Services Corp. is seeking a Senior Fleet Manager in Alberta. The role involves managing all fleet operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and leading maintenance teams for both light and heavy-duty vehicles. Candidates should possess advanced knowledge in fleet management and excellent communication skills.

The successful candidate will prepare detailed operational reports, manage procurement activities, and mentor lower-level managers. This position offers hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced knowledge of fleet management and maintenance practices.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive plans and reports.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage fleet maintenance operations including light and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Prepare and review maintenance schedules and documentation.

Skills

Fleet management principles

Automotive maintenance knowledge

Cost accounting procedures

Strategic planning

Interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Knowledge of automotive maintenance

Tools

Fleet Management Information System (FMIS)

Job description

## Senior Fleet ManagerApplylocations: Albertatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 26 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100368**Job Overview:**Position OverviewServes as the primary Fleet Department point of contact for all Primoris business units in Canada. Ensures existing and upcoming projects/contracts have the necessary assets to complete work and that Fleet functional teams are prepared to provide support. Communicates with business unit leadership, providing strategic guidance, instruction, and required process documentation related to Fleet assets and functional services provided. Evaluates asset life cycles and ownership costs, making recommendations based on forecasted business unit requirements. Supports functional teams within the Fleet organization to ensure all business unit needs are addressed, delivered, and followed through. Coordinates with Fleet leadership to help reduce bottom-line costs while understanding the strategic goals of the company. Demonstrates visibility and transparency by providing scheduled reporting to each Primoris Canada business unit. Must be familiar with a variety of fleet/equipment applications, field operation concepts, practices, and work procedures.Duties and Responsibilities* Prioritize, coordinate, and manage the functions of multiple fleet maintenance locations* Prepare and write specifications for automotive vehicles, equipment, supplies, tools, and materials* Review time and motion records to determine downtime related to maintenance and repair of fleet equipment* Investigate complaints regarding vehicle condition and equipment failure* Prepare written plans and specifications for the fabrication of equipment* Recommend appropriate methods and repairs to recondition fleet units* Develop long-range plans to improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve fleet availability* Resolve procedural, operational, and administrative problems by communicating with upper management and other company personnel* Conduct research and analyze recommendations, requests for bids and purchases, and statistics in order to develop policies and procedures* Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate resource utilization* Review the work products of others to ensure compliance with policies, rules, and procedures* Prepare written and electronic documents, letters, and reports to provide upper management with status updates on objectives achieved, issues encountered, and recommended operational improvements* Analyze data to increase operational efficiency* Ensure strict servicing and maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain operational timelines* Develop strategies to improve fuel efficiency* Conduct product and company research on products and services* Interview, recommend hiring, train, discipline, resolve grievances, and evaluate subordinate staff while ensuring personnel management functions are appropriately carried out* Communicate with staff regarding customer service issues, operational requirements, and performance standards, and work with private vendors to resolve equipment servicing or repair issues and address vendor performance as needed* Establish sources through contracts or other means for the provision of required parts, tools, equipment, materials, and services* Report to work on a regular and timely basis* Enforce company rules and policies* Perform other duties as assignedAdditional ResponsibilitiesIn addition to performing all duties of a Fleet Manager, employees in this classification are responsible for managing maintenance operations for light- and heavy-duty fleet equipment. Such equipment includes:* Light-duty vehicles* Medium-duty vehicles* Heavy-duty vehicles* Off-road equipment (e.g., trailers, generators, compressors, yellow iron equipment, etc.)Employees in this classification typically manage several fleet maintenance locations and/or groups of field and resident technicians and may be required to manage shops in different states.This position is responsible for all phases of a repair operation, including:* Managing preventive maintenance and repair work performed by Lube Technicians, Field Technicians, Shop Technicians, and Resident Technicians* Managing parts procurement activities performed by Parts Runners and Procurement Specialists* Managing fabrication work performed by Fleet Fabricators* Managing office functions performed by administrative staff* Ensuring vehicles and equipment are properly maintained and repaired in a timely and safe manner* Ensuring work order information is properly documented in the Fleet Management Information System (FMIS)* Ensuring a safe work environmentWhen making decisions, this position follows standard procedures and established practices to resolve problems. Employees at this level may require limited assistance from a Segment Fleet Director or designee.Knowledge and Skills Required* Advanced knowledge of the methods and operation of general automotive and construction vehicle maintenance* Advanced knowledge of cost accounting procedures, budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and planning methods* Advanced knowledge of strategic planning principles* Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of program development and administration* Advanced knowledge of fleet management principles and practices, including acquisition, maintenance, repair, disposition, and parts inventory control* Advanced knowledge of the types and levels of maintenance and repair activities performed in a fleet maintenance program* Advanced knowledge of the principles of applying and evaluating industry time standards related to the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of fleet equipment* Advanced knowledge of contract management principles and practices* Advanced knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and applicable software applications* Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances* Ability to prepare comprehensive plans, reports, and recommendations for improved service and cost-effectiveness* Ability to understand, select, develop, train, motivate, plan, organize, evaluate, and supervise the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and office staff* Ability to use computers and applicable software applications* Ability to analyze problems and identify alternative solutions* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships* Ability to prepare clear and concise management, administrative, and financial reports* Strong organizational, time management, written, and verbal communication skills* Strong communication skills, patience, and technical ability to assist and mentor lower-level managers and supervisors with the goal of helping them grow in knowledge and technical abilityBENEFITS • Healthcare • Dentalcare • Visioncare • Healthcare Spending Account • Life Insurance • Weekly pay schedule • RRSP matching • Hybrid WFH Primoris embraces the belief that our employees are our greatest asset and most valuable resource. We realize that a successful company depends on skilled, happy workers. Because of this belief, we put forth every effort to make Primoris the employer of choice for our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry; and company-paid career training contributes to employees’ professional development and advancement.# **Power Your Potential.**As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities.When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together. Join us today!