Fleet Manager I

The position of Fleet Manager I is of great significance to Valley Wide Cooperative. The primary function of this position is to operate a diverse fleet delivering supplies to our internal and external customers to include propane, refined fuels, lubricants, fertilizer, crop protection chemicals, feed, and farm supplies. The Fleet Manager I must be a self-starting hard-working, innovative, detail-oriented, and creative team player as a full-time employee. The individual we are looking for someone that excels working with a team, contributes to the positive Co-op culture, is confident in holding others accountable, and is highly self-motivated.

Job Summary:

These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.

• Perform organization and administrative tasks to monitor, maintain and improve Coop Shared Services transportation processes.
• Collaborate with senior management, location managers, supervisors, and employees to achieve fleet compliance.
• Evaluate general liability insurance policy to ensure most cost-efficient and maximum risk protection for all applicable employees.
• Ensure fleet program is fully complying with US DOT, State and local laws and regulations.
• Manage the registration, licensing, and permitting for all vehicles and associated employees.
• Maintain detailed records of vehicle purchases, assignments, registrations, permits, inspections and safety requirements.
• Oversee Fleet acquisition and disposal ensuring vehicles are within standards and appropriate for the intended use.
• Negotiate fleet wide programs with vendors.
• Interact, report and provide company representation to regulatory bodies relating to aspects of transportation affairs, compliance matters, and enforcement actions.
• Drug and alcohol clearinghouse administrator.
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Portal Administrator.
• Manage data collection for compliance, mileage, and tax fillings, as required by federal, state, and local regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.
• A minimum of experience 5 years in a fleet leadership/management role is required.
• Thorough understanding regulatory requirements, including DOT and Hazardous Materials, reporting and other federal, state, and local laws.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications and presentation skills.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, influencing and negotiating skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills to include, but not limited to, SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint.
• Advanced knowledge of US DOT regulations, familiarity with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) General Industry, and other applicable regulatory guidance.
• Must be able to make appropriate decisions and execute them according to policy.
• Must exhibit a professional and positive image.