Manager, Fleet Operations - Aardvark Studios

Are you passionate about big trucks and tech?  Do you love tinkering with custom vehicles that turn heads?  We need a dynamic Fleet Manager to manage our existing fleet of custom vehicles as well as identify new vehicles for our portfolio.

Our fleet is made up of specialty vehicles and no two are alike!  Each vehicle has a unique set up and personality which allows us to bring brands’ ideas to life in exciting and interesting ways.  From airstreams to glass trucks, stage trailers and pickups (and yes, the occasional box truck and van) our fleet is based in the Philly suburbs but regularly travels across the country to the biggest events.   

Are you ready to make an impact by owning and building your very own specialty fleet?  If the answer is Yes, we’d love to hear from you!

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you the ideal candidate:

• 3+ years working ON a fleet - not just paperwork, but sleeves rolled up!
• Experience with a variety of vehicle types - from standard to custom
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of DOT regulations, and IRP & IFTA registration requirements; experience managing DOT, IRP & IFTA compliance strongly preferred
• Proficiency with fleet management software and other office administration applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work flexible schedule and be on-call for response to emergency situations as needed including evenings and/or weekends
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong, positive work relationships at all levels within the company and with external partners, vendors and service providers

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads a team that manages the acquisition, utilization, maintenance/repair, replacement and disposal of fleet vehicles and related assets; develops and implements safety, preventative maintenance, and accident prevention programs
• Troubleshoots mechanical issues remotely and sources service providers to ensure minimal downtown for deployed vehicles
• Collaborates with sales and program management teams to identify most appropriate vehicles to meet client/program needs
• Operates and oversees use of fleet management software
• Maintains relationship with DOT consultant
• Develops and maintains vendor and service provider relationships for fuel, maintenance and other essential services including regional/national providers to support deployed vehicles
• Lead Team to:
• Ensure specialty vehicles are production and road ready before handing over to Production Team
• Perform final fit & finish of vehicles prior to tour departure
• Audit vehicle mechanics, paperwork and DOT readiness prior to vehicle departure 
• Document vehicle condition in Fleet management software (pictures, vehicles, pre-trip) prior to departure and upon tour shutdown
• Perform vehicle decommissioning process 
• Oversees storage vehicle exercise and maintenance

How we'll measure success:

• Revenue Growth
• Fleet Uptime
• DOT OOS = 0
• Stakeholder NPS (Driver, Employee, Client)
• Various Fleet Performance Metrics (Ex. Time To Resolve)
• Fleet Budget Management

What we offer:

Highly competitive base salary (Note: some positions may include a bonus structure)

Paid time off; medical/dental/vision benefits; short & long-term disability options; retirement matching after 1 year; amazing office/amenities including complimentary on-site private-use gym; free electric car charging; full working kitchen; and a dog-friendly workspace!

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