Fleet Maintenance Manager

The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for managing the daily activities of the fleet shop and to ensure that delivery equipment is repaired in an efficient, cost-effective timely manner while staying in compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. * DOT Compliance - Tractor (Power Unit), Trailer and related equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, major and minor repairs of all systems related to the life and functionality of the machinery. All files and documentation related to repairs, warranty, and factory recalls. Outside Service repair documentation and inspection to comply with listed requirements. Document and follow through all "Roadside Inspections and Out of Service" incidents. Arrange for immediate repairs of Out of Service vehicles during roadside inspections. * DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report) - To determine that needed repairs reported via this report have been addressed. Definition of addressed - proper and needed priority of the "Grip" is determined and assigned to a mechanic for final disposition i.e. Deadline for Repairs, or put back into service until a later repair date is established. Document reinstatement if repairs are not immediately made and the reasons why. Oversee and determine accuracy of distribution of DVIR Booklets for each month, and retrieval of all previous month booklets for mandatory retention if applicable. * Vehicle Maintenance - Work with sub-managers and lead persons to facilitate all repairs and coordination of repairs within the confines of the DFW Foods territories, and shuttle locations. Establish and maintain working relationships with outside repair facilities with interest in working within "fair market" pricing of needed services. Establish workable payment methods with regards to outside repair services. Maintain records of repairs and expenses in the Main Shop as required for DOT Compliance and for the purposes of "Useful Life Expense Tracking". Make recommendations for disposal of equipment that has exceeded its useful life. * Expense Management - Work directly with the General Manager to operate, maintain, repair and comply within local, state and federal laws and guidelines while minding budgetary constraints and improving efficiencies of spending dollars. Be mindful and up to date on expense trends within the industry that could / will impact the ability to operate within expected budget dollars. * Programs and Procedures - Develop, implement and track quantifiable results of procedures and programs that promote safety and expense control through asset management. I.e. Tire maintenance that eliminates or reduces blow-outs that currently result in downtime, expense, wasted DOT Hours and reduced customer service. Fuel saving devices and equipment knowledge etc. * Shop Personnel Management - Recommend increases or decreases in head count for shop personnel. Generate and operate a friendly "open door "work environment that promotes job dedication, employee retention, and maximum performance from all mechanics and employees performing duties related to shop operations. Promote and implement pay increases with recommendations to management within established wage ranges. * Training and Support - Meet or exceed minimum training and support services for continuing knowledge and growth of all employees with shop related duties. Follow through with requirements on the positions and see that the requirements are met timely. i.e. Class A CDL for certain positions, Hazmat, Lock-out Tag-out and all applicable OSHA, EPA and other mandatory training are completed and recertified as needed.

Job Qualifications:

* Three or more years of fleet management experience required * Food industry and/or manufacturing experience preferred * Knowledge of all DOT regulations * High School Education/GED required

Driver safety is important to Ben E. Keith. We use dash cameras which leverage artificial intelligence to recognize safe driving, capture safety events and improve driver safety performance. The videos are also used to exonerate drivers in accidents. All drivers sign a driver consent form upon hire to confirm their understanding.