Fleet Manager in Longs, South Carolina at PureGreen Land Group

Longs, SC | Full-Time | Reports to Branch Manager

PureGreen is looking for an experienced and highly organized Fleet Manager to oversee the management, maintenance, organization, and accountability of our company fleet and equipment. This position plays a critical role in keeping our teams operational by ensuring vehicles, trailers, heavy equipment, landscape equipment, tools, and shop facilities are safe, properly maintained, and ready for use.

If you are a hands-on leader with strong mechanical knowledge who takes pride in organization, preventative maintenance, and keeping equipment operating at its best, we’d love to have you on our team.

At PureGreen, we’re more than a landscaping company, we’re a team built on hard work, accountability, and commitment to excellence. We believe our equipment and resources are an important investment in our people and our operations, and we take pride in maintaining them to a high standard.

We provide our teams with safe, reliable equipment and the resources they need to perform their jobs successfully.

We take ownership of our equipment, our responsibilities, and our results.

We maintain our fleet and equipment to support efficient, high-quality work in the field.

Reliable equipment and strong operational support allow our teams to consistently deliver exceptional service to our customers.

The Fleet Manager is responsible for overseeing the management, maintenance, organization, and accountability of all PureGreen Land Group fleet assets. This includes company vehicles, trailers, heavy equipment, landscape equipment, tools, and shop facilities.

The Fleet Manager ensures that all assets are safe, operational, properly maintained, and available to support daily operations while maximizing equipment lifespan and minimizing downtime.

This position works closely with Operations, Branch Managers, Account Managers, Crew Leaders, and vendors to maintain a high-performing fleet that reflects PureGreen’s commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Maintain a complete inventory of company trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, mowers, small equipment, power tools, and shop equipment
• Assign and track assets by location and crew
• Maintain accurate asset records including serial numbers, VINs, engine hours, maintenance history, warranties, and registrations
• Conduct scheduled fleet audits to verify asset condition and accountability

• Develop and oversee preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and vehicles
• Ensure maintenance is completed according to manufacturer recommendations
• Schedule routine services including oil changes, hydraulic service, filter replacements, tires, brakes, DOT inspections, blade sharpening, greasing, and battery replacement
• Monitor engine hours and mileage for upcoming service requirements
• Coordinate repairs with internal mechanics and outside vendors
• Prioritize repairs based on operational needs
• Diagnose recurring equipment issues and implement long-term solutions
• Track repair costs and identify high-cost assets
• Reduce fleet downtime through proactive planning
• Ensure crews have functioning replacement equipment when necessary

• Oversee inspections of all company vehicles and trailers
• Manage vehicle registrations, license plates, insurance documentation, DOT compliance, and annual inspections
• Ensure vehicles remain clean, organized, and professional in appearance
• Coordinate vehicle replacements and disposals

• Implement and maintain a company-wide tool accountability program
• Issue and track tools assigned to employees
• Investigate lost or damaged equipment
• Conduct periodic inventory counts
• Recommend replacement of worn or obsolete equipment

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
• Organize storage areas for parts, filters, oils, hydraulic fluids, fuel containers, hardware, and safety equipment
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of frequently used repair parts and consumables
• Establish shop organization standards and enforce cleanliness

• Build relationships with equipment dealers and repair vendors
• Obtain competitive pricing for repairs and replacement equipment
• Coordinate warranty claims
• Negotiate service agreements when appropriate
• Manage outside repair schedules and monitor quality of work

• Assist in developing the annual fleet budget
• Monitor fleet operating costs
• Track fuel, repair, maintenance, and equipment replacement expenses
• Identify opportunities to reduce operating expenses
• Recommend equipment replacement based on life-cycle cost analysis

• Ensure fleet operations comply with all company safety policies
• Monitor OSHA and DOT compliance requirements
• Perform regular safety inspections
• Maintain equipment maintenance documentation
• Ensure safety decals, lights, backup alarms, fire extinguishers, and other required safety equipment remain operational

• Train Crew Leaders on daily inspections, equipment care, proper loading and unloading, and preventative maintenance responsibilities
• Establish clear equipment reporting procedures
• Develop standardized inspection checklists
• Promote accountability and ownership of company assets

• Foster a culture of accountability and pride in company equipment
• Communicate effectively with Operations and Branch Managers regarding fleet readiness
• Establish measurable fleet performance standards
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency
• Lead by example through professionalism, organization, and responsiveness

• 5+ years of fleet, equipment, or maintenance management experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of vehicles, trailers, and equipment
• Knowledge of CAT, Kubota, Exmark, Magnum, and landscape equipment preferred
• Experience with preventative maintenance software or fleet management systems
• Strong organizational, communication, planning, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Understanding of fleet costs, maintenance planning, and vendor management
• Strong commitment to safety, accountability, and preventative maintenance
• Valid driver’s license required
• CDL preferred but not required

• Ability to regularly work around vehicles, trailers, heavy equipment, and landscape equipment
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb, and perform hands-on equipment inspections
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift and move equipment, tools, parts, and supplies as required

Competitive salaried position based on experience : $60,000 - $75,000 annually

Medical, dental, vision, AFLAC, supplemental coverage, wellness plan, and 401(k) with employer contribution.

2 weeks (80 hours) PTO annually, 16 hours personal/sick time, and paid company holidays

Continued training and opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company

Company-provided resources, yearly boot stipend, and ongoing training opportunities

Work alongside a team that values respect, accountability, organization, safety, teamwork, and excellence

Play a key role in developing and managing PureGreen’s fleet program as the company continues to grow