Fleet Manager

Dandelion Energy

The Role

Overview

Manage and optimize Dandelion's fleet of vehicles and equipment for geothermal projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • fleet acquisition
  • maintenance scheduling
  • regulatory compliance
  • data analysis
  • inventory tracking
  • vendor management

Tasks

-Oversee acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of vehicles, heavy equipment, and related assets -Create and oversee maintenance programs in partnership with internal mechanics and external vendors -Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local fleet-related regulations (e.g., DOT, IFTA, HUT) -Promote a culture of safety, reliability, and ownership within the fleet and field teams -Analyze fleet data to identify trends, reduce costs, and improve operational performance -Partner with Finance to evaluate buy vs. lease decisions for construction vehicles -Track and manage fleet inventory, maintenance schedules, and replacement planning -Coordinate with project managers to ensure proper allocation of equipment to meet operational needs -Maintain vendor and service provider relationships to ensure cost-effective, reliable support -Develop and implement fleet management policies, procedures, and strategies

Requirements

  • fleet software
  • fleet management
  • hvac
  • cleantech
  • collaboration
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Previous experience at a startup or rapidly growing company -Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities -Prior experience in clean tech, geothermal, or residential HVAC industries -Excellent organizational and communication skills -A passion for building scalable systems and supporting field teams -Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to work cross-functionally -7+ years of experience managing a fleet of vehicles and/or heavy equipment -Willingness and ability to work in our Peekskill, NY office at least 3 days per week (unless traveling) -A proactive mindset and the ability to problem-solve independently -Willingness to travel to project sites as needed to understand operational needs -Familiarity with fleet management software and tracking systems -Experience in field service or construction fleet operations -Strong knowledge of fleet operations, safety regulations, and vendor management

Benefits

-Medical (including mental health), dental, vision, and pet insurance -Generous paid sick leave, vacation, and parental leave -Commuter benefits -Learning & development support, including on-the-job training and virtual courses -401(k) plan

The Company

About Dandelion Energy

-Founded with a mission to make geothermal energy accessible for homeowners. -Uses cutting-edge technology to reduce energy costs and carbon footprints. -Specializes in the installation and maintenance of geothermal heating and cooling systems. -Has a growing presence in the residential sector, transforming homes with clean energy solutions. -Leverages a combination of software and hardware to optimize geothermal systems. -Known for simplifying the complex process of geothermal energy installation for customers. -Backed by significant investment, aiming for long-term growth and sustainability in the energy sector.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Multifamily

Municipal