Corporate Fleet Manager & Commercial Vehicle Operations Director

The Contractor Consultants; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured performance bonuses

401(k) retirement plan

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Mobile tech package

Job summary

Major Contracting is seeking an experienced Corporate Fleet Manager & Commercial Vehicle Operations Director to direct lifecycle management, PM scheduling, and DOT compliance for the company fleet. You will own uptime for passenger vehicles, light and CDL trucks, and trailers, while leading internal shop mechanics and coordinating parts supply.

You will drive telematics analytics, manage budgets, and enforce safety standards across operations, reporting to senior leadership with strategic input.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of verified fleet management experience with civil/utilities fleets.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic knowledge for light/heavy trucks.
• Proficient in CMMS and GPS telematics platforms; Excel data modeling.
• In-depth knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA regulations.
• Leadership experience overseeing shop personnel and drivers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day fleet operations and asset utilization across sites.
• Develop and audit preventive maintenance schedules and safety inspections.
• Direct mechanics and technicians to minimize downtime.
• Ensure DOT and regulatory compliance for logs, registrations, permits.
• Manage parts inventory and vendor relationships for cost control.
• Analyze telematics data and report key metrics to leadership.
• Contribute to budgeting and lifecycle planning for assets.
• Lead incident investigations and safety actions; maintain records.

Skills

Fleet management

Mechanical knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Tools

CMMS

Samsara

Fleetio

Excel

Job description

Corporate Fleet Manager & Commercial Vehicle Operations Director

Company Name: Major Contracting

Location: Primary Operations Hub (Regional Civil Infrastructure Operations)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday

Industry: Heavy Civil Construction, Infrastructure, Sitework, and Commercial Fleet Operations

Pay Scale: $100,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year based on experience

Incentives: Structured Performance Bonuses, Corporate 401(k) Retirement Plan, Comprehensive Medical Benefits, Paid Time Off, Company Mobile Tech Package

The Opportunity

Major Contracting is seeking an experienced Corporate Fleet Manager & Commercial Vehicle Operations Director to direct the lifecycle management, preventative maintenance, and DOT regulatory compliance for our commercial truck and passenger vehicle fleets.

In this high-impact operational leadership role, you will take total ownership of our corporate rolling stock—including passenger vehicles, light-duty pickup trucks, commercial CDL hauling trucks, and transport trailers. Working alongside our Heavy Equipment Manager, you will focus on maximizing vehicle uptime, leading internal shop mechanics, managing parts supply chains, and enforcing FMCSA/DOT safety compliance. If you bring a strong background in fleet logistics, CMMS maintenance scheduling, telematics tracking, and shop leadership, Major Contracting provides the corporate backing, modern software tools, and resource stability to maximize your operational impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Fleet Administration & Scheduling: Manage day-to-day operations of the corporate vehicle pool, overseeing asset assignments, driver scheduling, and transport utilization across civil job sites.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM) Architecture: Develop, enforce, and audit computerized preventative maintenance schedules, safety inspection protocols, and mechanical repair workflows for all rolling assets.
• Shop Leadership & Mechanic Direction: Supervise, schedule, and assign daily repair tasks to internal automotive technicians and diesel mechanics to minimize shop turnarounds and job site downtime.
• DOT & Regulatory Compliance Command: Maintain absolute compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state transportation requirements - guaranteeing flawless driver logs, vehicle registrations, titles, permitting, and inspection records.
• Parts Supply Chain & Vendor Negotiation: Direct shop parts inventory (tires, fluids, high-wear components) and manage external vendor relationships to control operating costs and secure volume pricing.
• Fleet Telematics & Performance Analytics: Monitor vehicle utilization rates, fuel efficiency, GPS telematics data (e.g., Samsara/Fleetio), and cost-per-mile metrics—delivering actionable analytics to executive leadership.
• Budget & Lifecycle Management: Control transport operating budgets, track daily maintenance expenses, and assist leadership with strategic capital planning for vehicle procurement and asset disposal.
• Incident Management & Safety Auditing: Investigate over-the-road and site traffic incidents, implement corrective safety actions, manage insurance claims, and maintain warranty records.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Professional Fleet Tenure: 3 to 5 years of verified fleet management, commercial vehicle operations, or transport maintenance leadership experience with a civil, utility, or commercial fleet contractor.
• Mechanical & Diagnostic Competency: Strong working knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanics, light/heavy truck diagnostics, and preventative maintenance frameworks.
• Software & Systems Literacy: High proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), GPS telematics tracking platforms (e.g., Samsara, Fleetio), and Microsoft Excel for data modeling.
• Regulatory Fluency: In-depth working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state commercial vehicle safety and registration protocols.
• Leadership Ability: Proven track record managing automotive mechanics, diesel technicians, commercial drivers, and shop personnel.

Preferred

• Commercial Licensing: Active Commercial Driver License (CDL Class A or B) or relevant industry fleet certifications (e.g., NAFA Certified Fleet Manager).
• Supply Chain Experience: Established network of regional automotive parts suppliers, commercial tire vendors, and specialized repair facilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Base Compensation: $100,000.00 to $115,000.00 annual salary based on commercial fleet management tenure and technical expertise, with additional performance incentives.
• Wealth & Security: Structured corporate 401(k) retirement savings plan with company options.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage packages.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) allocations covering vacation days, personal leave, and paid company holidays.
• Modern Operational Tools: Corporate smartphone, tablet, and fleet management software subscriptions provided.

About Major Contracting

Major Contracting is a premier, growth-oriented civil contractor dedicated to operational excellence, infrastructure craftsmanship, and team alignment. Built upon accountability, high performance, and shared victory, we provide an environment where logistics and asset management leaders are empowered to succeed. Learn more about our firm at majorcontracting.com.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical fleet management skills, and verified operational execution records.