Asset Manager
Equipment Manager - Trucking Company
We are seeking an experienced Equipment Manager to join our midwest-based logistics company. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive background in managing and maintaining semi-trailer equipment, with a focus on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities :
- Track and manage company assets, including semi-trailers and related equipment
- Oversee semi-trailer equipment repairs and maintenance
- Implement and manage a system for charging damage costs back to customers
- Develop and manage routine maintenance plans for all equipment
- Coordinate and oversee annual DOT inspections
- Handle equipment claims, particularly those related to damage in auto manufacturing plants
- Manage carrier interchange and trailer hand-off processes
- Innovate and implement new strategies for trailer inspection and damage documentation during drop and hook operations
Qualifications :
- Proven experience in equipment management within the trucking industry
- Strong knowledge of semi-trailer maintenance and repair processes
- Experience with asset tracking systems and inventory management
- Familiarity with DOT regulations and inspection requirements
- Understanding of equipment claim processes, especially in auto manufacturing settings
- Knowledge of carrier interchange agreements and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to develop and manage maintenance schedules
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
The successful candidate will bring fresh ideas to improve our trailer inspection processes and damage documentation methods, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.
If you have the skills and experience we're looking for and are ready to take on a challenging role in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and innovative ideas for equipment management.