SUV Fleet Operations Manager

Daimler Truck North America

. Serve as subject-matter expert on FMCSA, DOT, IRP/IFTA, HOS/ELD, and customs regulations .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $121,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FMCSA and DOT compliance, regulatory reporting, and commercial vehicle operations management. Proven ability to lead audits, develop training programs, and collaborate across teams to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.

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FMCSA RegulationsDOT ComplianceCommercial Vehicle Operations ManagementRegulatory ReportingFleet Management Systems

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceVehicle LicensingHOS/ELD AdministrationAccident InvestigationOperational Expense ManagementAnalytical ThinkingProcess DocumentationContinuous Improvement MethodsCross-Functional Solutions DevelopmentVehicle Utilization Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship-BuildingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Fleet Management ToolsSharePoint PlatformsOSCAR ReportingIRP ReportingEPA Reporting

Industry Keywords

IRP/IFTAHOS/ELDCustoms RegulationsWeight Mile Tax AuditsDriver Safety Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as subject-matter expert on FMCSA, DOT, IRP/IFTA, HOS/ELD, and customs regulations
Provide enterprise-level DOT compliance oversight and enforcement support
Manage commercial vehicle licensing and registration programs
Support DOT regulatory reporting, including OSCAR, IRP, EPA, UCR, and FHVUT
Submit vehicle tax filing information and EPA reports with the Tax Department
Support ODOT Weight Mile tax audits
Lead regulatory and compliance audits, including corrective action tracking
Own commercial vehicle, trailer, and pool vehicle operations, including key control, location tracking, transport requests, violations, and usage approvals
Coordinate vehicle maintenance, repairs, recalls, and service campaigns
Analyze vehicle utilization, lifecycle metrics, service scheduling, and asset locations using fleet management systems
Govern pool vehicle operations and violation mitigation
Lead Commercial Vehicle Advisory Board meetings and follow-up actions
Design and improve CMV driver training programs for CDL drivers
Oversee HOS/ELD enforcement, administration, monitoring, training, and issue resolution
Provide leadership oversight for Driver Evaluation Requests and Reports
Lead or support accident investigations, root-cause analysis, claims, vendor recovery, and regulatory documentation
Govern the fuel card program
Liaise across vehicle manufacturing, procurement, utilization, and disposal activities
Lead vehicle turn-ins and reassignments, including inspections, repairs, recalls, destruction approvals, and donations
Maintain SharePoint platforms and compliance repositories
Manage vehicle donation programs for Diesel Technician and Engineering training
Review invoices, asset documentation, BancPay transactions, billing, journal entries, and cost allocations
Mentor direct reports and serve as an escalation resource
Support vehicle detailing and preparation for audits, testing, demonstrations, and executive events
Travel periodically for vehicle events, regulatory audits, testing initiatives, and critical operational needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Business, Engineering or a related field with 5–7 years of relevant professional experience, OR eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
Two (2) years of supervisory or team lead experience
Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
Experience using professional judgment and analytical thinking to meet customer requirements while maintaining operational and regulatory compliance
Experience developing cross-functional solutions and proactively addressing operational gaps
Ability to collaborate across teams
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documenting, analyzing, and communicating findings and recommendations
Experience managing operational expenses and third-party vendor contracts
Knowledge of FMCSA regulations, DOT compliance requirements, commercial vehicle compliance, and driver safety regulations and best practices is advantageous
Experience with structured problem-solving tools, process documentation, continuous improvement methods, fleet management tools or systems, and fleet management metrics is advantageous
Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
Must successfully complete a criminal background check
May be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k company contribution with company match up to 8%
Non-elective company contribution of 3–7% depending on age
Starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness programs
Onsite fitness at some locations
Tuition assistance
Volunteer paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability plans