The Fleet and Facilities Manager plans, directs, and evaluates the daily operations and activities of the Fleet and Facilities department, which consists of office buildings and shops, grounds and yard, leased facilities and land, construction equipment, and small tools, as well as fleet maintenance and procurement. This position manages the equipment and property resources to meet a return-on-investment strategy in a manner that provides safe, productive and cost effective facilities and equipment for our employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position may perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address organization needs and changing organization practices.

General Leadership / Management Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between the Fleet and Facilities department and other operating units, and work closely with department managers to understand and meet their needs.
• Collaborate with division and department leaders; prepare and implement strategic long-range plans (three to five years) and forecast for space, operational, maintenance and equipment requirements; assist in the preparation, coordination and control of the capital improvement budget for Board approval.
• Develop and manage department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; recommend modifications as deemed appropriate and hold team and others accountable.
• Provide oversight and leadership to direct reports. Set direction, evaluate performance, and align necessary resources to develop, motivate and inspire team to achieve high results with a quest for continuous improvement.
• Maintain detailed cost management records and continually review profitability of fleet and facilities.
• Conduct quality control and safety inspections of facilities, fleet and equipment; ensure adherence to safe work procedures.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the industry; incorporate new developments to provide a competitive advantage.

Fleet Responsibilities

• Manage the Organization’s fleet management program, including acquisition, leasing, utilization, preventative maintenance, repair and replacement of vehicle and equipment fleet.
• Promote a return-on-investment strategy for assets that includes creative revenue streams and detailed cost management.
• Participate in annual budget development for staffing, maintenance contracts, vehicles, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures.
• Maintain inventory control of tools, materials, supplies and equipment.
• Maintain records to track vehicle registrations, titles, etc.
• Responsible for fully understanding and implementing oversight processes to monitor, effectively communicate and ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations and requirements, including (but not limited to) International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA), Dyed Diesel, Prorate, Form 2290, licensing and renewals, DOT permits (overweight and over width), OSHA regulations, crane permits, liquid waste management, storm water runoff from facilities, and fuel storage compliance, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested by leadership.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in business, management, accounting, facilities or fleet management, or related field, or a minimum of five (5) years of progressive responsibility and experience managing capital, fleet and equipment, and/or facilities required; or equivalent of education and experience to meet the essential functions of the position.

Strong understanding of facilities and equipment management and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and mobile technologies are required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and other Characteristics

• Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives, establish credibility and influence others.
• Effectively communicate; generate professional written material and deliver valuable verbal presentations.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including a keen attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong Customer focus and the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Competent to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
• Demonstrate interpersonal and presentation skills for frequent contact with clients and co-workers.
• Highly developed problem solving, analytical, and decision making skills.
• Mature leader who maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, integrity and social/cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Here are just a few of the benefits you will experience as a part of the Journey Group:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flex Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Wellness Program
• 401k with a Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Growth Opportunities

Journey Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities