Trailer Fleet Manager | Optimize Availability & Costs

CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Manager to ensure trailers are properly positioned and available where needed, with a focus on reducing downtime and costs across the fleet.

This role requires coordinating with multiple departments to keep the trailer pool balanced and operational. The Equipment Manager will analyze utilization, oversee movements, and support growth by implementing efficient processes for an expanding equipment base, reporting regularly on fleet

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assign trailers to contractors based on operational needs and geographic demand.
• Maintain trailer pools across CRST locations and markets.
• Monitor trailer utilization to reduce idle or underutilized equipment.
• Coordinate trailer movements to support operational needs and contractor demand.
• Work with Operations, Fleet Managers, and other departments to ensure trailers are available where and when needed.
• Monitor and manage trailer-related expenses to control costs.
• Maintain records of trailer locations, status, and expenses.
• Track trailer availability and downtime to minimize operational impact.
• Assist with decisions on trailer purchases, rentals, transfers, and disposition.
• Ensure equipment-related processes and documentation are followed consistently.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on trailer fleet status, costs, utilization, and concerns.
• Support fleet growth by developing efficient processes for managing an expanding equipment base.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficient

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Manager to ensure trailers are properly positioned and available where needed, with a focus on reducing downtime and costs across the fleet.

This role requires coordinating with multiple departments to keep the trailer pool balanced and operational. The Equipment Manager will analyze utilization, oversee movements, and support growth by implementing efficient processes for an expanding equipment base, reporting regularly on fleet