Fleet Manager - Woodinville

Fast Water Heater Company, LLC; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Fleet Manager to lead a team of Drivers in ensuring efficient transportation of goods. This role involves managing budgets, vehicle maintenance, and compliance while fostering a culture of safety and teamwork. The position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about logistics and fleet management, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a growing company with a strong commitment to employee development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Matching Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience as a fleet manager or logistics manager is essential.
• Proficiency in fleet management software and Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicle maintenance, budget, and compliance for the fleet.
• Track fuel usage and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Develop emergency response plans and coordinate vendor relations.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Fleet Management

Logistics Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Spireon

Fleetio

Job description

Ready, Set, Hired! Your new career is ready for you at Fast Water Heater! We are looking for an organized, detailed, seasoned Fleet Manager who is responsible for leading a team of Drivers to transport company goods efficiently. Your duties will include managing a budget for vehicle repairs and replacements and ensuring all of our Drivers receive proper training to uphold safe driving standards. With markets in Washington, Oregon, San Francisco BAY-area and Greater-Los Angeles, this is a great opportunity with a growing company that has career advancement potential.

At Fast Water Heater, we value teamwork and collaboration. As an expanding business, we offer job security with steady work, opportunities for advancement, and a great company culture.

Salary: $78K

JOB DUTIES:

Maintenance and Repairs:

• Create and follow preventive maintenance schedules to keep vehicles safe and compliant.
• Coordinate inspections, repairs, and manage service provider relationships to minimize unexpected vehicle downtime.
• Work with procurement to order replacement parts.
• Enter and track invoices, ensuring none are missing.
• Coordinate with the warehouse to assign new trucks during repairs.

Fuel Management:

• Track fuel usage and costs.
• Implement fuel-saving strategies.
• Manage fuel cards, purchases, and reconciliations.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Keep up with fleet regulations and compliance.
• Ensure vehicles have required permits and certifications.
• Update tech assignments in proprietary software (we use Spireon and Fleetio).

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Monitor the fleet budget, including expenses related to maintenance, fuel, and invoice approvals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to optimize fleet operations while controlling expenses.

Fleet Tracking and Reporting:

• Manage fleet software to track vehicle use, maintenance, and performance.
• Generate reports on fleet usage, costs, and fuel.
• Analyze data to improve efficiency.
• Handle fuel corrections.
• Assign new vehicles to toll and ferry programs as needed.

Safety and Risk Management:

• Work with our Safety Manager to enforce and report safety policies and procedures to minimize accidents and injuries.

Emergency Response and Recovery:

• Develop contingency plans for emergencies such as vehicle breakdowns, accidents, or natural disasters.
• Coordinate response efforts and ensure continuity of fleet operations during emergencies.
• Manage insurance claims and vehicle repairs following accidents or incidents (to be completed with assistance from Compliance and Claims Coordinator).
• Be available for after-hours and weekend tech support calls.
• Travel to each market will be required to assist and maintain fleet accommodations (once a month travel).

Vendor and Supplier Management:

• Manage, grow relations and monitor performance with vendors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure cost-effective and reliable support for fleet operations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on industry trends for better efficiency.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation.
• Gather feedback and implement improvements.

Assisting Operations Manager with Vehicle Acquisition and Disposal:

• Evaluate and recommend appropriate vehicles for fleet needs.
• Coordinate the purchase or lease of vehicles, considering factors such as cost, fuel efficiency, and maintenance requirements.
• Manage the disposal or sale of older vehicles to maintain a fleet of optimal size and condition.

Operations Support:

• Supporting Warehouse with deliveries, staging, and/or field deliveries.

Strengths You Possess:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Valid WA driver’s license to operate different modes of fleet.
• Prior experience working as a fleet manager, logistics manager or in a similar job role.
• In-depth knowledge of the transportation industry and its current trends.
• Proficiency in using computerized fleet management software/tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent reporting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong adaptability to meet the needs of a dynamic and changing organization.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized and analytical with the ability to work with data and think critically.
• Solid customer service skills.

Our Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, a 401K matching program, 6 paid holidays, and paid time off.

Apply On-line: https://www.fastwaterheater.com/jobs

Job Type: Full-time