Fleet Manager

Winterberry Gardens; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401K

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Winterberry Gardens in Southington, CT is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee the management of vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, compliance with regulations, technician supervision, and maintaining vendor relationships.

This full-time position offers benefits such as 401K matching, medical, dental, vision, and PTO. The ideal candidate should have substantial fleet management experience and knowledge of landscape industry equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in fleet management/maintenance.
• Must possess a valid driver's license (Class A preferred).
• Ability to read and analyze technical procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage company vehicles and equipment, including inspections and inventory control.
• Supervise technicians and conduct performance evaluations.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders.

Skills

Fleet management experience

Knowledge of landscape industry equipment

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Looking for a team oriented company that puts clients and employees first. We believe in Growth.

Winterberry is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Fleet Manager

Posted Date: 01-06-26

Location: Southington, CT

Department: Shop

Function: Operations

Positions: 1

Job Overview

Winterberry Gardens is seeking a fleet professional to manage both vehicles and equipment used in the business. The Fleet Manager will be responsible for managing all company vehicle and attachments. This includes replacement analysis, repairs, inspections, inventory control, DOT compliance, vendor contracts and fuel strategy. Responsible for Technician supervision, shop meetings, hiring decisions, employee training and performance evaluations. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, vendors and others.

Qualifications / Duties / Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in fleet management/maintenance
• Knowledge of and best practices related to landscape industry equipment/maintenance programs
• Experience with state, federal and local regulations related to fleet safety/permits
• Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems to perform preventive repair.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations as well as write reports and procedure manuals.
• Must possess a valid drivers license. (Class A preferred)
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but a combination of education and experience will be considered.

This is a year-round full-time fully benefited position: Matching 401K, Medical/Dental/Vision, PTO.

Winterberry Gardens is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace.