Director of Fleet Operations

Director of Fleet Operations

The Director of Fleet Operations oversees the full lifecycle management of a 1,600+ unit fleet of vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment across 30+ locations. Serving as the enterprise's fleet authority, this role ensures cost-efficient utilization, compliance with DOT / FMCSA regulations, and operational continuity. The position partners with Operations, Finance, Safety, HR, and Legal to drive cost savings, mitigate risk, and maintain a safe, reliable, and professional fleet.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities :

Fleet Strategy & Procurement

Develop and execute fleet strategy, including capital forecasting, replacement modeling, and right-sizing.

Lead procurement and upfitting of vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment; coordinate branding, telematics, and field deployment.

Manage vendor relationships, leasing agreements, warranty claims, and recall programs.

Operations & Maintenance

Oversee internal repair facilities and external vendor programs to optimize uptime and cost efficiency.

Ensure timely preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacement decisions based on lifecycle ROI analysis.

Manage rental fleet usage, cost controls, and emergency asset deployment.

Fuel management : Developing and managing fuel programs, including fleet cards and efficient routing, to significantly reduce one of the highest operational costs.

Compliance & Risk Management

Maintain compliance with DOT, FMCSA, CDL, and state registration / title requirements across all jurisdictions.

Conduct ongoing MVR checks, driver risk assessments, and fleet policy enforcement.

Support insurance and legal claims through accurate driver logs, telematics, and inspection records.

Develop and enforce company-wide fleet policies and risk prevention training for field leaders. Creating and implementing specific fleet policies regarding vehicle use, driver behavior, and asset management to maximize efficiency and safety.

Technology & Data Management

Administer fleet telematics and driver behavior systems, including safety analytics, DVIRs, and dash cameras.

Maintain centralized fleet census and asset visibility, including VIN-level inventory, utilization, and location data.

Integrate fleet data into operational platforms (CRM, dispatch) to support routing and technician deployment.

Track fleet KPIs including cost-per-mile, downtime, safe driving scores, and compliance metrics.

Stakeholder Partnerships

Collaborate with Finance on lifecycle modeling, cost analysis, and budgeting.

Partner with Safety on incident investigations, coaching, and root cause mitigation.

Align with Marketing on vehicle branding and public image.

Support HR with driver qualification, tool accountability, and policy enforcement.

Provide strong leadership and foster collaboration by partnering with branch-level teams to align resources, drive performance, and ensure consistent execution of organizational goals.

Core Competencies

Strategic thinker with ability to balance long-term planning and daily operations.

Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Collaborative partner with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Resilient, adaptable, and capable of thriving in a high-demand environment.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field (preferred).

10+ years of progressive fleet management experience, ideally within service or construction industries.

Demonstrated expertise in DOT / FMCSA compliance, procurement, and vendor management.

Proficiency in fleet technologies (e.g., Geotab, dash cams, fuel card systems).

Previous experience with managing fleet personnel, including staffing requirements, scheduling, performance management, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Strong financial acumen with experience in capital planning and cost control.

Location : 10005 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77064

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay

Benefits