Job Description

The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible the of Coke Northeast fleet and warehouse vehicles for a region of the company. This includes trucks, tractors, trailers, fork trucks, driver and warehouse jacks. This role is responsible for the maintenance of shops, accessory tools, and equipment such as batteries and chargers on electric driven equipment. The Fleet Maintenance Manager will also be responsible for ensuring that all maintenance tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure both preventive maintenance and repair activities meet performance and compliance standards, focusing on quality and regulatory adherence
• Shop organization, cleanliness and policies and practices in conjunction with the Fleet Director
• Collaborate on licensing, permitting, disposals, transfers, and additions with team members
• Managing the parts inventories, movement, and levels
• Ensure adherence to company and government standards through effective management of compliance measures.
• Develop supplier relationships and execute strategic vendor selection.
• Ensure vehicles maintain a professional appearance with proper markings.
• Recommendations for improvement and innovation in the fleet maintenance and repair areas
• Managing the Fleet P&L in conjunction with the Fleet Director
• Vehicle disposal decisions in conjunction with Fleet Director
• Provide the capital request for equipment and facilities improvements/repairs in the shops.
• Repair procedures and compliance to industry standards
• Train the GM and Distribution Supervisors/Managers on proper fleet operation and maintenance.
• Conduct technician training consistently 40 hours per technician per year

Job Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school, five to ten years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License, Valid Med Card and Clean MRV preferred
• 3+ years of experience in mechanics and Heavy Equipment repair required.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance methods, equipment, techniques, parts, processes, pricing, suppliers, industry standards and best practices used in vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of DOT laws, federal regulations, best practices, fleet makes & models, specifications, operations, and industry standards regarding large fleet equipment, and material handling equipment.
• Skilled in problem definition, data collection, fact establishment, and valid conclusion drawing
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), Fleet Management Software, SAP Software, and Preventative Maintenance Programs
• 75% Travel to the Coke Northeast Sales Centers and Production Centers
• Physical requirements: Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb stairs, overhead reach, grasp, and lift, carry, push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license, driving record within policy guidelines, and insurance that meets or exceeds company requirements