Fleet Maintenance Manager

Kemps LLC; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead operations across multiple dairy plants. This pivotal role involves overseeing fleet maintenance, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fleet management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to analyze data for process improvement. Join a company that values your expertise and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including career growth opportunities and employee rewards. If you are passionate about optimizing fleet operations and driving quality repairs, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Service recognition and employee rewards

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fleet maintenance with supervisory experience required.
• Proficiency in data analysis and budget management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fleet operations and maintenance across multiple locations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain data integrity.

Skills

Fleet maintenance management

Data analysis

Budget development

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in diesel mechanics

Tools

Automated equipment maintenance systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

This range is provided by Kemps LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Talent Acquisition Professional Seeking Top Talent

We are currently seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager based at our headquarters office in St. Louis Park, MN. In this role, you will oversee fleet operations and associated fiscal activities for 6 fluid dairy plants across the upper Midwest. This position assists in the administration of an annual maintenance budget and annual capital purchases. The successful applicant will have an extensive background in fleet asset maintenance and standard processes related to maintenance repairs, vendor selection, and compliance with national account programs and supplier agreements. In addition, the ability to lead teams and/or projects across multiple locations, access and analyze data, drive process standardization and improvement, drive accountability for quality repairs, develop budgets, and achieve financial targets are essential in this role.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work in collaboration with each location’s distribution manager and distribution supervisors supporting the business unit to include fleet maintenance, route efficiencies/optimization, and overall distribution operating processes and procedures.
• Lead the fleet maintenance functions for multiple locations, including vendor oversight and 3rd party maintenance provider relationships.
• Establish and track preventative maintenance schedules, utilization standards, and other key metrics/goals for all fleet assets at all assigned locations.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of reporting requirements, variance analysis, and forecasts.
• Participate in the development of the division’s annual operating budget, capital plans and productivity initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity in the fleet management system and that diagnostic tools are utilized effectively.
• Lead the root cause analysis for breakdowns and work collaboratively to implement corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory governing bodies including documentation requirements – FMSCA, Federal DOT, state, and local laws.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or some college in diesel mechanics preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience in fleet maintenance of over-the-road and refrigerated transport equipment.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience at the supervisory or management level.
• Ability to travel up to 50% (to observe and audit vehicle performance and maintenance programs in remote locations).
• Demonstrated work experience in the following:
• Accurate record keeping, inventory control, and parts acquisition.
• Research and cost reporting procedures.
• Use of automated equipment maintenance systems in generating work orders, parts utilization reports, and labor productivity.
• Successful negotiation and ongoing management of contract fleet maintenance agreements and outside vendors (i.e., body shops).
• Performing audits of vehicle maintenance and safety by performing hands-on vehicle and record inspections.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
• Skilled in organization, time management, prioritization, and attention to detail.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Supply Chain

Industries

Dairy Product Manufacturing and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date, including 401(k) with company contribution, competitive pay, paid vacation and holidays, career growth opportunities, service recognition and employee rewards, employee referral program.