Fleet Manager - Easton, PA

 

Job ID:  488790

 

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry’s well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

 

Job Summary

 

The Fleet Manager is responsible for ensuring vehicle and equipment fleets are operating safely, effectively, and economically for multiple locations across the Northeast region.   

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

• Supervise drivers, and ensure drivers and vehicles remain in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Recruit, hire, and disciplinary actions with all drivers.
• Deliver driver reviews with local site mgr.
• Ensure compliance with all DOT and Company policies and procedures such as accident investigation and drug and alcohol testing.
• Maintain driver qualification files including driver road tests.
• Audit driver logs to ensure drivers are compliant with hours-of-service regulations.
• Work with the scheduling department to ensure company driver routes are in compliance with DOT hours.
• Company contacts for insurance claims, follow-up, etc. when the claims involve company drivers or company lease vehicles.
• Oversight and mgmt. of any fleet involved incident.
• Perform Lease/Buy decisions on equipment and provide recommendations including specifications.
• Conduct quarterly driver training and meetings as required.
• Review all drivers' logs, inspection reports, and trip records daily.  Prepare trip records and fuel tax reports as needed.
• Manage Drive Cam Driver Behavior Safety Program.
• Oversee maintenance program for company vehicles including routine vehicle inspections.
• Review current vendors and seek new vendors to help reduce cost and increase fleet efficiency.
• Provide support to scheduling department including backup.
• Working with site locations to refine and improve processes to increase fleet productivity.
• Regular weekly updates/meetings and training with lead drivers.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements

 

• Minimum two-year degree in business or related field or equivalent in experience, training, or education.
• Two years managing DOT regulated drivers and scheduling transportation preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations required.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work activities and deliveries required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite.
• Good verbal & written communications skills.
• Ability to communicate and work with customers and drivers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner.
• Job requires up to 60% travel.

 

Physical Requirements

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

 

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• The position requires periodic walking, climbing, and kneeling during equipment inspections.

 

Work Environment

 

Usually, normal office working conditions.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• The yard and in truck environment can be loud and subject to current weather conditions.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

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