Senior Software Engineer, Fleet Managment
Flock Safety$160,000 - $190,000/year
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Logistics, TransportationIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of fleet equipment experience
- Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience
- Good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain co-worker relationships
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
- Strong problem-solving and organization skills with a focus on meeting deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and strong leadership
- Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- 10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of the fleet maintenance function while establishing and maintaining a safe work environment and working conditions for employees. Ensure shop and vehicle safety practices are always followed
- Lead to create a culture of safety that ensures that every US Foods associate, our customers, and the general public with whom our drivers and fleet technicians interact remain injury free, always
- Interview, hire, and train all fleet technicians. Schedule all schooling and certification courses for technicians. Provide timely evaluations of all employee performance to support the progression of each associate. Fully understand and train associates on preferred work methods (PMWs)
- Ensure all vehicles are in proper working condition by performing and/or overseeing maintenance on all company owned equipment. Provide the proper documentation and applicable certifications and ensure conformance with vehicle manufacturer’s service recommendations. Update all specifications when equipment changes are necessary in collaboration with RFM and Corporate Fleet team
- Manage purchasing, warranties, capital improvement requests, and the parts department inventory levels for all fleet needs to ensure proper department functioning. Purchase fuel and shop equipment, file warranty claims and recover warranty dollars, and develop the yearly budget
- Work with drivers to enable them to operate specialized equipment properly, and provide assistance as needed when troubles develop on the road. Find qualified service to repair downed vehicles and obtain competitive bids for repairs
- Comply with OSHA, DOT, and Tax commission regulations
- Produce weekly, period, and yearly reports along with daily OOS reports
- Other duties as assigned by manager
- Supervise union and/or non-union technicians
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What does the Fleet Manager role supervise?
The role directly supervises union and/or non-union technicians.
What is the work environment like for this position?
The role involves time on the road in a truck with noise and vibration, office computer work, and time inside and outside the distribution center in various climates including temperatures as low as -5 degrees.
What are the key responsibilities of the Fleet Manager?
Key duties include overseeing fleet maintenance, ensuring safety practices, interviewing and training technicians, managing vehicle maintenance and documentation, handling purchasing and budgets, assisting drivers, complying with regulations, and producing reports.
What culture does the Fleet Manager help establish?
The role establishes and maintains a department culture focused on people, safety, service, and cost through engagements with technicians and best-in-class service.
What experience or skills make a strong candidate for Fleet Manager?
Strong candidates will have fleet management experience to oversee maintenance, lead safety culture, hire and train technicians, manage budgets and parts inventory, ensure regulatory compliance, and produce reports.
US Foods
Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare
About US Foods
US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.
Differentiation
US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.
Upsides
Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.
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