Eco Emissions — Trucking Fleet Manager (Regional)
Eco Emissions is hiring a proactive, highly organized Trucking Fleet Manager to oversee our regional transportation operations. You will be directly responsible for a specialized fleet of under 20 commercial trucks that routinely transport Hazardous Materials (Hazmat). Safety, legal compliance, and operational continuity are non-negotiable; we expect a hands-on manager who leads from the field and uses telematics and data to deliver flawless execution.
Primary Responsibilities Regulatory compliance: Ensure continuous compliance with DOT, FMCSA and PHMSA rules, including ELD mandates and Hazmat shipping standards. Permits & documentation: Maintain Hazmat registrations, driver endorsements, shipping papers and manifests; schedule regular documentation audits. Safety & security: Create, review and deliver training on Hazmat security plans, emergency response procedures and spill-containment protocols. Operations & Asset Management Hands-on dispatch: Lead day-to-day dispatch, route planning and scheduling with a small driver team to optimize on-time performance. Driver retention: Recruit, onboard and coach drivers with a focus on safety, driver satisfaction and reducing turnover. Asset tracking: Oversee registration, insurance, utilization tracking and lifecycle planning for trucks and specialized trailers. Maintenance Responsibilities Hybrid maintenance model: Supervise routine preventative maintenance and quick repairs performed in-house while managing relationships and SLAs with third-party heavy repair vendors for major work. DVIR audits: Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports daily to triage repairs and prioritize vendor repairs when necessary. Financial & Data Duties Budget management: Track operating budgets, fuel usage, cost-per-mile and maintenance spend to control expenses and recommend efficiencies. Telematics: Monitor GPS and ELD data to verify Hours of Service (HOS), reduce idling, and correct unsafe driving patterns. Qualifications Minimum 3+ years of progressive experience in trucking fleet management, heavy-duty dispatch or transportation logistics. Demonstrated experience managing Hazmat transportation operations and compliance workflows. Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA requirements and ELD rules. Proficiency with fleet software and telematics platforms (e.g., Samsara, Motive, Fleetio). Capable of working in a yard environment; able to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally for inspections. Preferred Traits A lead-by-example communicator who commands driver respect and collaborates well with corporate leadership. Calm, decisive crisis manager during roadside incidents and operational disruptions. Existing relationships with local heavy-duty maintenance vendors and parts suppliers are a plus.If you are a hands-on leader who demands 100% compliance and zero downtime while building a cohesive regional team, Eco Emissions wants to hear from you.