Senior Fleet Manager

Job Overview:Position OverviewServes as the primary Fleet Department point of contact for all Primoris business units in Canada. Ensures existing and upcoming projects/contracts have the necessary assets to complete work and that Fleet functional teams are prepared to provide support. Communicates with business unit leadership, providing strategic guidance, instruction, and required process documentation related to Fleet assets and functional services provided. Evaluates asset life cycles and ownership costs, making recommendations based on forecasted business unit requirements. Supports functional teams within the Fleet organization to ensure all business unit needs are addressed, delivered, and followed through. Coordinates with Fleet leadership to help reduce bottom-line costs while understanding the strategic goals of the company. Demonstrates visibility and transparency by providing scheduled reporting to each Primoris Canada business unit. Must be familiar with a variety of fleet/equipment applications, field operation concepts, practices, and work procedures.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrioritize, coordinate, and manage the functions of multiple fleet maintenance locationsPrepare and write specifications for automotive vehicles, equipment, supplies, tools, and materialsReview time and motion records to determine downtime related to maintenance and repair of fleet equipmentInvestigate complaints regarding vehicle condition and equipment failurePrepare written plans and specifications for the fabrication of equipmentRecommend appropriate methods and repairs to recondition fleet unitsDevelop long-range plans to improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve fleet availabilityResolve procedural, operational, and administrative problems by communicating with upper management and other company personnelConduct research and analyze recommendations, requests for bids and purchases, and statistics in order to develop policies and proceduresPlan, organize, direct, and coordinate resource utilizationReview the work products of others to ensure compliance with policies, rules, and proceduresPrepare written and electronic documents, letters, and reports to provide upper management with status updates on objectives achieved, issues encountered, and recommended operational improvementsAnalyze data to increase operational efficiencyEnsure strict servicing and maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain operational timelinesDevelop strategies to improve fuel efficiencyConduct product and company research on products and servicesInterview, recommend hiring, train, discipline, resolve grievances, and evaluate subordinate staff while ensuring personnel management functions are appropriately carried outCommunicate with staff regarding customer service issues, operational requirements, and performance standards, and work with private vendors to resolve equipment servicing or repair issues and address vendor performance as neededEstablish sources through contracts or other means for the provision of required parts, tools, equipment, materials, and servicesReport to work on a regular and timely basisEnforce company rules and policiesPerform other duties as assignedAdditional ResponsibilitiesIn addition to performing all duties of a Fleet Manager, employees in this classification are responsible for managing maintenance operations for light- and heavy-duty fleet equipment. Such equipment includes:Light-duty vehiclesMedium-duty vehiclesHeavy-duty vehiclesOff-road equipment (e.g., trailers, generators, compressors, yellow iron equipment, etc.)Employees in this classification typically manage several fleet maintenance locations and/or groups of field and resident technicians and may be required to manage shops in different states.This position is responsible for all phases of a repair operation, including:Managing preventive maintenance and repair work performed by Lube Technicians, Field Technicians, Shop Technicians, and Resident TechniciansManaging parts procurement activities performed by Parts Runners and Procurement SpecialistsManaging fabrication work performed by Fleet FabricatorsManaging office functions performed by administrative staffEnsuring vehicles and equipment are properly maintained and repaired in a timely and safe mannerEnsuring work order information is properly documented in the Fleet Management Information System (FMIS)Ensuring a safe work environmentWhen making decisions, this position follows standard procedures and established practices to resolve problems. Employees at this level may require limited assistance from a Segment Fleet Director or designee.Knowledge and Skills RequiredAdvanced knowledge of the methods and operation of general automotive and construction vehicle maintenanceAdvanced knowledge of cost accounting procedures, budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and planning methodsAdvanced knowledge of strategic planning principlesAdvanced knowledge of the principles and practices of program development and administrationAdvanced knowledge of fleet management principles and practices, including acquisition, maintenance, repair, disposition, and parts inventory controlAdvanced knowledge of the types and levels of maintenance and repair activities performed in a fleet maintenance programAdvanced knowledge of the principles of applying and evaluating industry time standards related to the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of fleet equipmentAdvanced knowledge of contract management principles and practicesAdvanced knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and applicable software applicationsAdvanced knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinancesAbility to prepare comprehensive plans, reports, and recommendations for improved service and cost-effectivenessAbility to understand, select, develop, train, motivate, plan, organize, evaluate, and supervise the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and office staffAbility to use computers and applicable software applicationsAbility to analyze problems and identify alternative solutionsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsAbility to prepare clear and concise management, administrative, and financial reportsStrong organizational, time management, written, and verbal communication skillsStrong communication skills, patience, and technical ability to assist and mentor lower-level managers and supervisors with the goal of helping them grow in knowledge and technical abilityBENEFITSHealthcareDentalcareVisioncareHealthcare Spending AccountLife InsuranceWeekly pay scheduleRRSP matchingHybrid WFHPrimoris embraces the belief that our employees are our greatest asset and most valuable resource. We realize that a successful company depends on skilled, happy workers. Because of this belief, we put forth every effort to make Primoris the employer of choice for our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry; and company-paid career training contributes to employees’ professional development and advancement. #J-18808-Ljbffr