At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.
We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!
As a Regional Fleet Manager, you will work directly with our commercial driving team members and our fleet management, dispatch, and leadership teams. This role will be responsible for maintaining our fleet of vehicles, including day cab and sleeper tractors, and a fleet of CO2, Fuel, and Dry Van trailers. Your primary areas of focus will be preventive maintenance, reactive repairs, coordinating with dispatch to ensure equipment availability, and maintaining parts inventory at the shop location and at remote sites. This role will promote, direct, and coordinate fleet repair and maintenance efforts across multiple groups and locations throughout the designated region.
This is an on-site role located in Macon, MO Responsibilities include:
Coordinate, administer, and monitor the maintenance, repair, replacement, and logistics of company vehicles in our Central Region (MO, KS).
Maintain necessary licenses and certifications for transportation equipment.
Ensure preventive maintenance programs are carried out per schedule and monitor post-performance throughout the assigned territory.
Oversee the performance of vendors and, if necessary, undertake the timely repair and servicing of damaged vehicles to minimize downtime.
Answer calls regarding equipment failures, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays.
Manage the inventory of spare parts for vehicles, in coordination with the fleet manager, in order to ensure an adequate supply and accurate accounting throughout the assigned territory.
This list is just a small fraction of what this job entails. Being a good team player requires a willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done. There will be other projects, tasks, and functions associated with this role as we continue to grow and find new challenges.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
CDL-A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, or ability to obtain.
3+ years’ experience in a transportation-related field (trucking, transportation, or logistics).
Ability to travel 50% of the time and sometimes without notice.
Demonstrated ability to remain level-headed and effectively communicate while managing high-intensity situations involving accidents and/or incidents.
Working knowledge of hazardous materials and DOT regulations.
Basic understanding of the basics of Microsoft’s Office Suite, TMW, PeopleNet, or other Transportation software platforms, and are capable of learning new programs.
High level of personal integrity
Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Sense of urgency which drives results
Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to embrace and promote change
Innovative mindset
Ability to think objectively
Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
Ability to work alone and in a team environment
This role operates in a Class 8 tractor-trailer shop facility. A shop uniform is provided.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process.
At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.
Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
401K with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
Discounted home and auto insurance
POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.
POET’s vision is to create a world in sync with nature. As the world’s largest producer of biofuel and a global leader in sustainable bioproducts, POET creates plant-based alternatives to fossil fuels that unleash the regenerative power of agriculture and cultivate opportunities for America’s farm families. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Sioux Falls, POET operates 34 bioprocessing facilities across eight states and employs more than 2,400 team members. With a suite of bioproducts that includes high-quality animal feed, corn oil, green asphalt rejuvenator, purified alcohol, and renewable CO2, POET nurtures an unceasing commitment to innovation and advances powerful, practical solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Today, POET holds more than 140 patents worldwide and continues to break new ground in biotechnology, yielding lower-carbon, more efficient renewable energy and bioproducts.
