Position Summary

The Fleet and Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing all fleet operations, equipment compliance, and safety programs across Discovery Hydrovac. This role ensures full compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations, minimizes risk, reduces downtime, and supports safe and efficient field operations. This position works closely with Operations, HR, Accounting, and Field Leadership to ensure vehicles, equipment, and employees meet regulatory and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Management

Oversee company fleet including hydrovac trucks, support vehicles, trailers, and equipment

Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend asset life

Coordinate repairs, inspections, registrations, permits, and warranties

Track fleet utilization, fuel usage, maintenance costs, and replacement planning

Manage vendor relationships with mechanics, dealerships, and equipment suppliers

Maintain accurate fleet records and reporting

Safety and Compliance

Own and manage DOT compliance including driver qualification files, hours of service, DVIRs, drug and alcohol program, and audits

Ensure OSHA compliance including safety training, recordkeeping, inspections, and corrective actions

Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety policies, procedures, and SOPs

Conduct jobsite audits, vehicle inspections, and safety observations

Lead incident, accident, and near miss investigations with clear corrective action plans

Maintain OSHA logs and required reporting

Training and Culture

Deliver safety onboarding and ongoing training for drivers, operators, and field employees

Partner with HR on disciplinary actions related to safety or compliance violations

Promote a proactive safety culture focused on accountability, prevention, and continuous improvement

Serve as a resource to field teams for safety best practices and regulatory questions

Reporting and Metrics

Track and report KPIs related to safety performance, incidents, fleet costs, and downtime

Prepare documentation for internal leadership, audits, and regulatory agencies

Identify trends and recommend improvements to reduce risk and cost

Qualifications

Required

Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in fleet management and safety leadership

Strong working knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations

Experience managing commercial vehicle fleets and heavy equipment

Ability to lead investigations and implement corrective actions

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred

Experience in hydrovac, construction, utilities, or heavy industrial environments

OSHA 30 certification

CDL knowledge or prior CDL holder

Experience with fleet management software and safety tracking systems

Skills and Competencies

Strong leadership and communication skills

High level of accountability and follow through

Ability to work cross functionally with operations and leadership

Problem solving mindset with a focus on prevention

Comfortable enforcing standards while building trust with field teams

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Ability to travel to jobsites as needed

Ability to perform field inspections in varying weather and site conditions

Why Discovery Hydrovac

Discovery Hydrovac is committed to safety, reliability, and protecting America’s underground infrastructure. This role plays a critical part in keeping our people safe, our equipment compliant, and our operations running efficiently.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k) 4% Match

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person