VP OF FLEET

Job Details: Job Location: Force North Office - Oklahoma City, OK, Salary Range: Undisclosed, PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The VP of Fleet provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all 
vehicles and equipment within the company’s transmission, distribution, and substation operations. 
This role ensures the safe, reliability, and cost-effective availability of fleet assets including 
bucket trucks, digger derricks, trailers, pickups, cranes, stringing equipment, tooling, and heavy 
equipment so crews can deliver projects on time and within budget. The VP of Fleet manages fleet 
lifecycle planning, preventative maintenance, compliance with DOT/OSHA ANSI regulations, vendor 
relationships, and cost controls. This position supports field operations by aligning equipment 
resources with project schedules and storm response needs while leading the service team. Success 
is measured by maximizing uptime, reducing lifecycle costs, ensuring full compliance, and providing 
responsive fleet support to all business units.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & PLANNING:
•  Develop and execute fleet strategy aligned with company growth and project pipeline.
•  Develop a forecast for the fleet regarding capital planning, replacement cycles, and storm 
response.
•  Establish and manage annual fleet operating and capital budgets.
•  Directly oversee Fleet personnel.
•  Enforce safety first culture.
•  Recommend improvements to reduce costs and improve asset utilization.

FLEET OPERATIONS AND ASSEST MANAGEMENT:
•  Oversee acquisition, assignment, utilization, and disposal of vehicles and equipment.
•  Develop preventative maintenance programs/service schedules and ensure they are followed across 
all assets.
•  Track equipment utilization and assign underused equipment where needed.
•  Implement fleet management software and reporting dashboards.
•  Maintain accurate fleet records.

FINANCIAL & VENDOR MANAGEMENT:
•  Negotiate purchasing, leasing, rental, fuel, and maintenance agreements with vendors.
•  Manage the annual fleet budget and track expenditures against the plan.
•  Track and monitor total cost of ownership (TCO) for each asset class.
•  Track and monitor cost per mile/hour for vehicles and heavy equipment.
•  Drive cost savings through lifecycle planning, bulk purchasing, and vendor 
partnerships.
 

COMPLIANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT:
•  Ensure fleet meets DOT, CDL, OSHA, EPA, and customer requirements.
•  Develop and oversee inspection, licensing, insurance, and registration processes.
•  Partner with Safety Director to monitor and reduce vehicle accidents/incidents.

OPERATIONAL SUPPORT:
•  Coordinate with VP of Distribution and VP of Transmission to align fleet resources with job 
schedules.
•  Mobilize fleet assets rapidly for storm restoration and emergency response.
•  Support field leadership with responsive service and equipment solutions.
 

TEAM LEADERSHIP:
•  Lead, Mentor, and develop fleet service managers, mechanics, and support personnel.
•  Develop and standardize fleet practices across all company yards and regions.
•  Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
•  Directly oversee Fleet personnel.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:
Your success in this role will be measured by
• Fleet availability/uptime: TBD
• Preventative Maintenance Compliance: 100% on-time PM’s.
• Fleet Cost Management: Stay within budget; reduce lifecycle costs year-over year.
• Regulatory Compliance: Zero missed inspections or compliance failures.
• Safety Performance: Reduction in vehicle incidents and accidents.
• Operational Support: Positive feedback from VP’s of Distribution and Transmission on fleet
readiness.
Qualifications: Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field strongly preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred but not required with sufficient experience

Experience

10+ years of progressive fleet management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Experience managing fleets in utility, construction, or electrical contracting environments strongly preferred (bucket trucks, digger derricks, specialized T&D equipment)
Demonstrate experience managing multi-state fleet operations
Track record of managing fleet budgets, capital replacement cycles, and vendor/OEM relationships

Certifications/Licensing

CAFM (Certified Automotive Fleet Manager) or CTFP (Certified Transportation Fleet Professional) preferred
Valid driver's license; CDL knowledge/familiarity a plus 
Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, including hours-of-service, ELD mandates, and driver qualification files

Technical Knowledge

Deep understanding of specialized utility fleet assets: aerial devices, digger derricks, cable pullers/tensioners, trailers, and specialty T&D equipment
Fleet management software/telematics systems 
Preventive maintenance program design and lifecycle/replacement analysis
OSHA and DOT compliance standards specific to utility fleet operations

Leadership/Soft Skills

Proven ability to lead multi-site maintenance/shop teams and manage through regional fleet managers or supervisors
Strong vendor negotiation skills (OEMs, upfitters, fuel providers, leasing companies)
Cross-functional collaboration with Safety, Operations, and Procurement
Data-driven decision-making — able to present fleet KPIs (uptime, cost-per-mile, utilization) to executive leadership