Fleet Supervisor

DFM Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DFM Solutions in Fort Wayne is seeking a Fleet Supervisor to lead and coordinate preventive maintenance and repair programs for all company vehicles. You will ensure operations run safely, efficiently, and within budget while directing technicians and coordinating with other departments.

The role requires a solid background in fleet maintenance, the ability to manage multiple projects to deadlines, knowledge of DOT safety standards, and strong communication skills to support customers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in automotive technology preferred but not required.
• At least 4 years of experience in fleet maintenance management.
• Experience with fleet maintenance and repair operations.
• Ability to plan with budget and time constraints.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of fleet maintenance software.
• Ability to motivate and lead personnel.
• Knowledge of DOT safety regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate preventative maintenance and repair programs for all vehicles.
• Evaluate and approve repair orders with budget controls.
• Support warranty and policy programs for recovery of expenses.
• Ensure vehicles are operational, serviced, and ready for daily service requirements.
• Meet or exceed customer expectations for maintenance programs.
• Develop and manage new fleet maintenance programs to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Develop standard operating procedures for vehicle maintenance using best practices.
• Review scope of work for major procurements related to fleet maintenance.
• Ensure vehicles meet local, state, and federal requirements.
• Take corrective action to achieve goals and KPIs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet maintenance planning

Budget management

Project management

Team leadership

DOT safety knowledge

Communications

Organizational skills

Customer relations

Fleet software

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in automotive technology

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

The Fleet Supervisor ensures that all vehicle maintenance programs are executed in an efficient, safe and economical manner by providing leadership, and coordinating and directing employee activities engaged in servicing and repairing equipment and vehicles assigned to DFM Solutions.

• Plan, direct and coordinate preventative maintenance and repair programs for all vehicles.
• Evaluate/approve all repair orders and ensures proper funding and budget controls.
• Support and contribute to the development and success of warranty and policy programs for recovery of expenses.
• Ensure vehicles are operational, serviced, and ready to meet daily service requirements.
• Make sure preventative and predictive maintenance of vehicles and equipment meets and exceeds customer expectations.
• Evaluates current program(s) for fleet maintenance and repair and makes continual changes to improve the program.
• Develop, implement, and manage, in coordination with operations objectives, new fleet maintenance programs to achieve optimum productivity and efficiency.
• Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for vehicle maintenance using known best practices.
• Review and make recommendations on scope of work and specifications for major procurements related to fleet maintenance.
• Ensure optimum operating efficiency of customer’s machinery and equipment.
• Compliance with all company’s safety policies/procedures in compliance with OSHA DOT.
• Demonstrate role model behavior for safety, integrity and ethical standards consistent with DFMS standards.
• Assist in the development and leadership of short-and-long-range planning activities covering all aspects of fleet maintenance operations.
• Ensure that all vehicles meet all local, state, and federal requirements.
• Take corrective action to achieve goals and meet K.P.I.’s.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in automotive technology is preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in the management of Fleet Maintenance functions.
• Working knowledge fleet maintenance and repair operations.
• Ability to plan and manage with budget and time constraints.
• Able to effectively manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of fleet maintenance software.
• Ability to effectively motivate and lead personnel.
• Knowledge of industrial and DOT safety regulations.
• Exceptional customer relationship skills.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and people skills.