Fleet Director

You've run trucks. You've led drivers. You know saftey, compliance, and the reality of muliterminal opertaions. 

We're looking for a Fleet Director to lead a fule transportation fleet serving 300+ delivery locations across Michigan.This is a hands-on leadership role offering you the chance to build consistency, training, and culture across 8+ fleet locations.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Fleet Director is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and development of the company’s fuel transportation fleet serving 300+ delivery locations across Michigan. This role oversees driver recruitment, training, performance management, and operational efficiency across 8+ fleet locations. The Fleet Director works closely with Dispatch, Safety, and Operations to ensure safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective fuel delivery.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on trucking experience, a strong understanding of driver training and development, and a logistics mindset focused on efficiency, consistency, and accountability.

Driver Leadership & Management

• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and retain a team of 50+ professional fuel transport drivers.
• Provide direct leadership, coaching, and performance management across all fleet locations.
• Establish clear expectations, performance standards, and accountability for drivers.
• Foster a culture of safety, professionalism, and customer service.
• Address disciplinary issues, corrective actions, and driver relations as needed.

Training & Development

• Develop and oversee driver training programs, including onboarding, refresher training, and skills development.
• Ensure drivers are properly trained on fuel delivery procedures, equipment operation, and company policies.
• Partner with the Safety Coordinator to deliver compliance, defensive driving, and regulatory training.
• Identify high-potential drivers and support career development and advancement opportunities.

Fleet Operations & Logistics

• Work closely with the Dispatch team to optimize routing, scheduling, and utilization of drivers and equipment.
• Support efficiency initiatives to reduce downtime, improve on-time delivery, and control transportation costs.
• Collaborate with Operations to ensure staffing aligns with seasonal demand and business growth.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, hours of service, turnover, and service levels.

Safety & Compliance

• Partner with the Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and state regulations.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure consistent enforcement of safety policies.
• Participate in accident reviews, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
• Ensure driver qualification files, training records, and compliance documentation are maintained.

Equipment & Asset Coordination

• Coordinate with maintenance teams regarding equipment availability, driver inspections, and reporting issues.
• Ensure drivers are properly trained on assigned equipment and technologies.
• Support initiatives related to equipment utilization, cleanliness, and care.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in trucking, transportation, or fleet operations.
• Prior experience as a driver strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience recruiting, training, and managing commercial drivers.
• Strong understanding of DOT and fuel transportation safety requirements.
• Background in logistics, dispatch coordination, and operational efficiency.
• Experience managing teams across multiple locations is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to coach, train, and develop employees at all experience levels.
• Operational mindset with a focus on efficiency, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel between Michigan-based fleet locations as needed.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and safety awareness.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Combination of office-based work, terminal visits, and ride-alongs.
• Regular travel to fleet locations throughout Michigan.
• Availability to respond to operational or driver issues outside normal business hours as needed

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