Fleet Maintenance Manager Jobs in Decatur, TX (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

The Assistant Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for helping manage the daily activities of the fleet shop and to ensure that delivery equipment is repaired in an efficient, cost-effective and timely manner while staying in compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

· DOT Compliance – Oversee tractor (power unit), trailer and related equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and major and minor repairs of all systems related to the life and functionality of the machinery.

· DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report) – Ensure that needed repairs recorded on this report have been addressed.

· Vehicle Maintenance - Work with sub-managers and lead persons to facilitate all repairs and coordination of repairs within the confines of the Branch Foods territories and shuttle locations.

· Expense Management – Work directly with the Fleet Manager to operate, maintain, repair and comply within local, state, and federal laws and guidelines, while minding budgetary constraints and improving efficiencies of spending dollars.

· Programs and Procedures – Develop, implement and track quantifiable results of procedures and programs that promote safety and expense control through asset management.

· Training and Support – Meet or exceed minimum training and support services for continuing knowledge and growth of all employees with shop-related duties.

a)    DOT Compliance – Oversee tractor (power unit), trailer and related equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and major and minor repairs of all systems related to the life and functionality of the machinery.
•    Ensure the maintenance of all files and documentation related to repairs, warranty, and factory recalls. 
•    Ensure the completion of outside service repair documentation and inspection to comply with listed requirements. 
•    Document and follow through all “Roadside Inspections and Out of Service” incidents. 
•    Arrange for immediate repairs of Out of Service vehicles during roadside inspections.
b)    DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report) – Ensure that needed repairs recorded on this report have been addressed.
•    Determine priority of reported issue and assign repair to a mechanic for final disposition (i.e., designate a deadline for repairs or put back into service until a later repair date is established). 
•    Document reinstatement if repairs are not immediately made and record why this decision was made. 
•    Oversee and determine accuracy of distribution of DVIR booklets each month, and retrieval of all previous month’s booklets for mandatory retention, if applicable.  
c)    Vehicle Maintenance - Work with sub-managers and lead persons to facilitate all repairs and coordination of repairs within the confines of the Branch Foods territories and shuttle locations.
•    Establish and maintain working relationships with outside repair facilities with interest in working within “fair market” pricing of needed services. 
•    Maintain records of repairs and expenses in the main shop as required for DOT compliance and for the purposes of “Useful Life Expense Tracking.” 
•    Make recommendations for disposal of equipment that has exceeded its useful life. 
d)    Expense Management - Work directly with the Fleet Manager to operate, maintain, repair and comply within local, state, and federal laws and guidelines, while minding budgetary constraints and improving efficiencies of spending dollars.
•    Be mindful and up-to-date on expense trends within the industry that impact the ability to operate within expected budget dollars. 
e)    Programs and Procedures – Develop, implement, and track quantifiable results of procedures and programs that promote safety and expense control through asset management.
•    Ensure tire maintenance to eliminate or reduce blow-outs that result in downtime, expense, wasted DOT hours and reduced customer service.
•    Implement fuel saving devices and equipment knowledge programs. 
f)    Shop Personnel Management - Recommend increases or decreases in head count for shop personnel. 
•    Generate and operate a friendly “open door” work environment that promotes job dedication, employee retention, and maximum performance from all mechanics and employees performing duties related to shop operations. 
•    Promote and implement pay increases with recommendations to management within established wage ranges.
g)    Training and Support - Meet or exceed minimum training and support services for continuing knowledge and growth of all employees with shop-related duties.
•    Ensure that requirements for each position are met in a timely manner (i.e., ensure that Class A CDL is maintained for certain positions; make sure that hazmat, lock-out/tag-out and all applicable OSHA, EPA and other mandatory training is completed and employees are recertified as needed).

MANAGERIAL DUTIES
•    Supervise all fleet maintenance employees.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

•    Three or more years of fleet management experience required
•    Food industry and/or manufacturing experience preferred
•    Demonstrated ability to perform material and cost estimates
•    Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and related codes required    

•    Ability to understand and enforce regulatory guidelines
•    Knowledge of hazardous materials required
•    Knowledge of environmental regulations
•    Working knowledge of mobile refrigeration systems required
•    Ability to develop and deliver training
•    Knowledge of all DOT regulations
•    Strong interpersonal and communications skills
•    Analytical
•    Ability to multi-task
•    Leadership skills    

•   Ability to understand complex processes
•    Relationship management
•    Detail-oriented
•    Ability to train and lead personnel
•    Strong negotiation/problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions
• Must be willing to work odd hours and shift work (nights).
• Must be able to walk extensively
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time usually for 8-10 hours
• Must be able to bend at the waist; stoop to reach and squat to lift heavy items in a proper manner and operate lift assisting devices.
• Must be able to lift 30-60 lbs repetitively and heavier items weighing up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Must have normal use of shoulders, arms, wrist, hands, feet and legs.