Fleet Manager – Detainee Transport Operations

GardaWorld Federal Services

. Oversee the vehicle fleet supporting a government-contracted detainee transportation program throughout Texas, with limited operations extending into New Mexico and Oklahoma .

Posted 10/18/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive fleet management expertise, including oversight of preventative maintenance programs, adherence to DOT regulations, and effective vendor relationship management. Proven ability to analyze performance metrics and ensure operational readiness in compliance with government contract requirements.

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Fleet Management ExperiencePreventative Maintenance ProgramsDOT Regulations KnowledgeVendor Relationship ManagementPerformance Metrics Analysis

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Hard Skills

Fleet Operations ManagementPreventative MaintenanceVehicle Reliability MaximizationAccident InvestigationRecordkeeping for Audits

Soft Skills

Organizational AbilitiesCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Fleet Management SoftwareGPS/Telematics

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingTransportation LawsDetainee Transportation SafetySecurity Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the vehicle fleet supporting a government-contracted detainee transportation program throughout Texas, with limited operations extending into New Mexico and Oklahoma
Direct day-to-day fleet operations
Manage preventative maintenance programs, repairs, inspections, and emergency responses
Maximize vehicle reliability and minimize downtime
Maintain accountability for all vehicles and equipment
Ensure adherence to manufacturer guidelines, safety standards, and government contract requirements
Monitor fleet utilization and coordinate vehicle assignments and regional deployments
Ensure adequate vehicle availability for transportation missions
Manage vendor relationships and evaluate repair estimates
Control maintenance expenditures and assist with budgeting
Analyze performance metrics to guide vehicle replacement strategies
Oversee specialized transport equipment configurations
Investigate accidents and breakdowns
Maintain documentation for audits
Provide regular status updates to program leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of progressive fleet management experience
Experience preferably in transportation, government contracting, law enforcement, corrections, detention, security, or a similar operational environment
Experience managing large or geographically dispersed vehicle fleets
Experience overseeing preventative maintenance programs, repair schedules, vendor relationships, and operational readiness
Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, federal and state transportation laws, and safety standards
Rigorous maintenance recordkeeping to support government contracts and audits
Familiarity with secure or detainee transportation safety requirements
Familiarity with specialized security equipment, fleet management software, GPS/telematics, and performance metrics tracking
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to coordinate across teams and analyze cost data
Ability to handle extensive travel throughout Texas
Ability to pass all required government background investigations and suitability screenings
Ability to work in extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise
Ability to remain stationary, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach
May occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time salaried exempt position
Remote work with travel throughout Texas and surrounding states