Job Description

Confidential – Director of Fleet Operations

We’re seeking an experienced Fleet Director to lead the strategy, operations, and performance of a large, nationally distributed fleet organization supporting utility infrastructure and field operations across the U.S. The successful candidate will bring a balance of strategic vision and hands-on leadership to oversee a fleet exceeding 4,500 assets —including vehicles, trailers, specialty equipment, and support machinery—traveling more than 30 million miles annually .

What You’ll Do

• Lead the fleet department’s strategic direction and long-term financial performance, aligning with corporate and operational goals.
• Oversee all aspects of fleet management including acquisition, lifecycle planning, preventative maintenance, compliance, and asset disposal.
• Direct a team of Fleet Managers and Regional Supervisors responsible for fleet safety, maintenance standards, and service delivery across multiple divisions.
• Build and manage relationships with OEMs, dealers, and vendors to secure favorable pricing, service agreements, and supply reliability.
• Develop and implement fleet safety programs and DOT compliance processes across a multi-state operation.
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making, cost analysis, and preventive maintenance optimization.
• Manage annual capital and operating budgets, ensuring accountability for spend, utilization, and asset performance.
• Champion innovation in telematics, GPS, and maintenance technology to enhance safety, efficiency, and visibility.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ leadership experience managing large mobile fleets (1,000+ assets preferred).
• Strong financial acumen and experience developing and managing multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Deep knowledge of fleet maintenance, vehicle lifecycle management, DOT/Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, and vendor negotiations.
• Proven ability to lead distributed teams and develop high-performing talent.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, GPS/telematics systems, and maintenance or ERP databases.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical role in ensuring operational readiness, safety, and cost-effectiveness for one of the nation’s largest employee-owned service organizations. You’ll have the opportunity to modernize systems, elevate performance, and leave a measurable impact on a company with an 85-year legacy of reliability and service excellence.

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