Vice President - Fleet Operations
$210k - $245k/yr+ Annual bonus + 401(k) match
Expert
Bachelor's, Master's
Columbus, OH, USA
In Person
Operations & LogisticsLogistics & Transportation
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, Engineering, or a related field is required.
- At least 10 years of progressive fleet or transportation leadership experience is required.
- At least 5 years of senior leadership or executive-level operations management experience is required.
- Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and fleet compliance standards is required.
- Proven experience managing large-scale fleet operations and budgets is required.
- Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning skills are required.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities are required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute long-term fleet operations strategy aligned with company objectives.
- Lead initiatives focused on operational efficiency, scalability, sustainability, and technology integration.
- Establish key performance indicators, dashboards, and performance metrics to monitor fleet effectiveness.
- Provide executive leadership for fleet growth, replacement cycles, and capital planning.
- Oversee operations for all company-owned and leased vehicles and equipment.
- Direct maintenance programs to maximize uptime and minimize operating costs.
- Ensure efficient utilization and asset management practices.
- Lead fuel management strategies and cost-containment initiatives.
- Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.
- Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintain fleet audit readiness and regulatory documentation.
- Manage fleet operating budgets, capital expenditures, and cost forecasting.
- Analyze operational data to improve profitability and reduce total cost of ownership.
- Provide expertise and leadership during negotiations with vendors, original equipment manufacturers, maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, and leasing companies.
- Identify opportunities for operational savings and process improvement.
- Lead and develop fleet managers, maintenance leaders, and operational staff.
- Build succession plans and leadership development initiatives.
- Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across fleet operations.
- Partner with Human Resources on recruiting, retention, and workforce planning.
- Drive continuous improvement of telematics, fleet management systems, global positioning system tracking, electric vehicle integration, and maintenance software.
- Use data analytics to improve operational decision-making and performance.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to maintain competitive advantage.
Desired Qualifications
- A master's degree is preferred.
- Experience with multi-site or national fleet operations is preferred.
- Certified Automotive Fleet Manager certification or similar certification is preferred.
- Experience leading fleet electrification or sustainability initiatives is preferred.
About the company
AWP Safety provides worksite traffic safety services for utility, infrastructure, and construction projects. It uses on-site technicians and equipment, along with permitting and traffic design, to create and enforce project-specific traffic plans and manage operations on site. The company differentiates itself by growing through acquisitions to standardize services and expand from cone-focused traffic control into a nationwide safety partner with a broad service footprint. Its goal is to be the leading nationwide partner for worksite safety by offering a complete, integrated solution from planning to on-site execution.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
North Canton, Ohio
Founded
1981
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- January 2025 acquisitions expanded Texas, Oregon, Colorado, and Nebraska coverage immediately.
- AWP Safety named a CFO in February 2026 to tighten forecasting and cash conversion.
- August 2026 regional leadership hires target Southwest and Gulf Coast demand from infrastructure growth.
What critics are saying
- April 2026 unpaid-wage litigation targets Driver Protectors and overtime practices in court.
- Indeed ratings sit at 2.4, with pay and advancement scoring 1.9 and 2.0.
- Heavy acquisition integration can break service quality, creating customer churn after each closing.
What makes AWP Safety unique
- AWP Safety bundled traffic control, planning, rentals, and sign manufacturing across 143 facilities.
- Kohlberg-backed roll-ups added 21 companies, deepening density across utilities, broadband, and infrastructure.
- August 2026 leadership appointments span Texas through Idaho, signaling a national operating platform.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonuses