Fleet & Equipment Services Manager

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support.

Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing. Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver.

Dolese Delivers:

• Stable Foundation
• Treat with Respect
• Safe Environments
• Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY

The Fleet & Equipment Services Manager is responsible for managing the Company’s maintenance management systems and processes for over-the-road, mobile powered equipment and ready-mix plants. This position will support operations and is responsible for developing data-driven frameworks to guide acquisition, maintenance, and divestiture decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop and implement strategic, long-term plans for fleet and equipment lifecycle management, including acquisition, maintenance, and divestiture.

• Establish performance benchmarks and KPIs to evaluate fleet efficiency and cost-effectiveness of maintenance programs.

• Develop and manage budgets for maintenance programs and capital expenditures.

• Oversee the Company’s maintenance management systems and data integrity for over-the-road, mobile powered equipment and ready-mix plants.

• Works with operations leaders to ensure compliance with prescribed preventive and corrective maintenance schedules; ensure activities are optimized to minimize downtime and extend asset life.

• Responsible for the administration and maintenance of the Company’s light-duty vehicle fleet

• Build and maintain analytical frameworks and tools to support data-driven decision-making across fleet operations; incorporates asset generated and external data sources.

• Monitor equipment utilization, maintenance costs, and reliability metrics to identify improvement opportunities.

• Manage the Company’s telematics and OEM monitoring systems to integrate into lifecycle analytics and address real-time performance issues.

• Coordinate with HSE and operations to ensure fleet operations comply with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

• Lead initiatives to improve safety performance and reduce risk across fleet and plant operations.

• Responsible for the leadership, management and development of a team of analysts and telematic technicians.

• Develop cross-functional continuous improvement programs to enhance the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of maintenance programs and procedures.

• Manages the Company’s fuel and oil analysis programs.

• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• 7+ years of progressively responsible related experience, including at least 3 years of leadership experience in a similar role OR an equivalent combination of education and experience required

• At least 5 years of asset management experience preferred

• Experience with fleet telematics preferred

• Relevant heavy machinery industry experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with basic DOT requirements

• Familiarity with government regulations/policies and advising stakeholders on the company’s internal requirements

• Familiarity with truck specifications ranging from medium duty to heavy trucks

• Proactive, well-organized, and effective time management skills with the ability to lead and participate in multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Knowledge of vehicle procurement and fleet contract negotiations

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work at all levels in the organization

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems

• Independently drives projects to completion and leads with high energy and passion

• Ability to troubleshoot and provide guidance

• Good mathematical skills including the ability to figure equations as required in analyzing fleet data

• Ability to ensure accountability and instill trust with employees by following through on commitments and making sure others do the same

• Must be able to effectively communicate with both internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to travel occasionally for work to field locations and/or to attend meetings or training

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, and weekends as required

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 50 lbs. of weight repeatedly

• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders

• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects

• Ability to tolerate working in all environmental temperatures and weather

• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing/walking/sitting

• Ability to repeatedly walk on uneven surfaces

• Ability to verbally communicate, see, and hear

EEO Statement:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.