Title: Fleet Operations Manager, Service & Repair
Salary: $130,000 - $165,000 (Salaried, Exempt)
Location: Grand Prairie, TX (Central Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 6 pm CT
Company Overview
A well-established, high-volume commercial vehicle dealership in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is seeking a hands-on Fleet Operations & Service Manager. The organization operates across a multi-acre facility and supports a diverse inventory of medium-duty trucks, vans, and specialty vehicles. With integrated service, fabrication, and accessory operations, the company delivers customized solutions and maintains a strong reputation for operational execution and customer service.
Position Overview
This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations across multiple service shops, reconditioning workflows, and yard activity within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The Fleet Operations & Service Manager will manage the full lifecycle of vehicle intake through inspection, repair, reconditioning, and delivery, while leading supervisors and a large team of technicians and operational staff.
This is not a traditional optimization-focused leadership role. The organization has established systems, processes, and infrastructure in place. Success in this position is defined by the ability to learn the operation end-to-end, reinforce standards, support personnel, and maintain consistent execution across the facility. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple moving parts in real time.
Key Responsibilities
โข Oversee end-to-end fleet operations including vehicle intake, inspection, diagnostics, repair, reconditioning, and readiness for sale across multiple shop locations
โข Manage and develop 3 direct-report supervisors and approximately 50 indirect team members including technicians, mechanics, fabricators, coordinators, and support staff
โข Maintain constant visibility across operations by actively working between the shop floor, yard, and office to monitor activity, enforce SOPs, and identify execution gaps
โข Ensure consistent workflow and throughput of vehicles by managing scheduling, prioritization, and coordination between service, parts, and customer-facing teams
โข Partner closely with technicians, inspectors, and supervisors to diagnose issues, understand root causes, and support resolution through hands-on involvement and active listening
โข Reinforce existing processes, policies, and operational standards while holding teams accountable to quality, timelines, and execution expectations
โข Support scheduling and planning functions including customer timelines, parts availability, labor allocation, and service delivery commitments
โข Maintain awareness of inventory levels across parts, accessories, and shop materials to ensure alignment with active jobs and upcoming demand
โข Act as a central communication point across departments including service, fabrication, customer service, logistics, and inventory teams
โข Participate directly in operational problem-solving, including reviewing diagnostics, collaborating with technicians, and ensuring proper follow-through
Team & Operational Scope
โข Direct Reports: 3 Supervisors
โข Indirect Team: ~50 employees across service, fabrication, logistics, and customer support functions
โข Operational Coverage: Multiple shop locations and yard operations within the DFW market
โข Work Environment: Majority of time spent on the shop floor, in the yard, warehouse, and across all operational areas
Qualifications & Experience
โข 7+ years of experience in fleet operations, service management, dealership operations, or similar hands-on environment
โข Experience managing high-volume shop operations, vehicle reconditioning, or service workflows from intake through completion
โข Proven ability to lead supervisors and large, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, operationally intensive environment
โข Strong mechanical and operational aptitude with the ability to understand vehicle systems, diagnostics, and repair workflows
โข Demonstrated ability to manage scheduling, prioritization, and workflow across multiple concurrent jobs
โข High level of attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously
โข Comfortable working in a hands-on environment with consistent presence in the shop, yard, and alongside technicians
โข Strong communication skills with the ability to listen, ask questions, and translate feedback into action
Work Environment & Expectations
โข Fully onsite role based in Grand Prairie, TX
โข Hands-on environment requiring daily presence across shop floor, yard, and operations
โข Work attire aligned with operational setting (polo, work boots, shop-appropriate attire)
โข High-visibility role with direct impact on daily operational performance
What Success Looks Like
โข Quickly learns and understands the full operation from front gate to back fence
โข Builds credibility with technicians, supervisors, and staff through engagement and support
โข Maintains steady, organized workflow across all service and reconditioning activities
โข Reinforces existing systems while improving execution through awareness and leadership
โข Serves as a reliable, present leader who keeps operations moving efficiently day-to-day
Benefits
โข Competitive compensation and performance incentives
โข Medical, dental, and vision insurance
โข Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
โข Paid time off and holidays
โข Professional development and growth opportunities