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The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and compliance of a fleet of approximately 50+/- trucks, along with oversight of the company’s repair shop operations. This role oversees transportation operations, safety, driver management, fleet maintenance, repair shop management, dispatch coordination, inventory support between mill and yard locations, and customer service. The General Manager works closely with internal lumber operations, the Logistics Coordinator, Dispatch, Sales Teams, and Maintenance Personnel to maximize equipment utilization, improve shop efficiency, develop profitable backhauls and outside hauling opportunities, maintain regulatory compliance, and deliver safe, efficient, and reliable transportation services. Success in this role requires strong operational leadership, sound financial management, and a commitment to employee retention, equipment reliability, repair quality, and profitable growth.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nDirect the day-to-day operations of a transportation fleet of approximately 50 trucks supporting lumber deliveries, log hauling, utility pole boom truck services, and outside commercial hauls.\nCoordinate equipment and driver utilization to support sister lumber companies while maximizing fleet productivity and service levels.\nPartner with Dispatch and the Logistics Coordinator to schedule loads efficiently, improve route planning, and secure profitable outside hauls and backhaul opportunities.\nOversee inventory transfers and delivery support between operating locations, including Bristol, Graceville, Troy, and Dothan, to ensure timely product availability.\nLead all fleet maintenance, inspection, registration, permitting, and tagging activities for trucks, trailers, specialized hauling equipment, and related support assets.\nManage the repair shop, including maintenance scheduling, repair prioritization, parts availability, vendor coordination, and shop workflow to keep equipment safe, compliant, and available for service.\nEstablish and oversee a preventive maintenance program for all trucks, trailers, boom trucks, and support equipment to reduce breakdowns, extend equipment life, and improve operating reliability.\nMonitor and improve shop productivity, equipment downtime, turnaround times, and maintenance completion rates through clear expectations, scheduling discipline, and performance tracking.\nOversee parts inventory, purchasing, and vendor sourcing to maintain appropriate stock levels, control costs, and minimize delays in repairs and scheduled maintenance.\nSupervise mechanics and shop staff by setting performance expectations, assigning work, coaching employees, supporting training needs, and maintaining accountability for quality and timeliness of repairs\nManage truck leases, vendor relationships, and service providers to ensure cost-effective and dependable fleet support.\nHire, lead, train, schedule, and develop drivers, shop personnel, and transportation staff while enforcing company standards for safety, service, and professionalism.\nEnsure compliance with all applicable DOT, FMCSA, FDOT, and company safety requirements, including driver qualification files, hours-of-service expectations, inspections, and training.\nMonitor key financial and operational metrics, review weekly reports for accuracy, and manage the transportation and maintenance budget to improve revenue, control costs, and protect profitability.\nBuild and maintain strong working relationships with customers, internal sales teams, mill management, vendors, and ownership as a representative of the company.\nSpend regular time at each operating location and in the repair shop to support transportation and maintenance needs, evaluate service requirements, and maintain alignment with sister company operations.\nAttend and lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings as required to communicate priorities, review performance, and address operational issues.\nPerform additional duties as needed to support the company’s transportation, customer service, and growth objectives. Flexibility is required.\nSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS\nTechnical Skills\nStrong understanding of fleet operations, dispatching, routing, maintenance scheduling, repair shop workflow, and equipment utilization.\nExperience managing inbound and outbound freight, dedicated delivery operations, outside hauling opportunities, and maintenance support functions.\nWorking knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, FDOT, and other applicable transportation safety and compliance requirements.\nFinancial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, margin awareness, and operational reporting.\nAbility to review contracts, leases, vendor agreements, and outside service arrangements and collaborate with legal counsel when needed.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and McCloud or any other transportation, maintenance, or inventory management systems.\nExperience developing or managing preventive maintenance programs, shop schedules, and maintenance performance standards.\nAbility to track and improve key shop performance indicators such as downtime, turnaround time, labor efficiency, and equipment availability.\nKnowledge of parts inventory control, purchasing processes, and vendor management related to fleet maintenance and repair operations.\nBehavioral & Work Style\nStrong communication and relationship-building skills with employees, customers, vendors, and internal leadership.\nExcellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities with strong attention to detail and follow-through.\nHigh integrity, sound judgment, and a hands-on management style with a commitment to safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and equipment reliability.\nPreferred Qualifications (Not Required)\nProven leadership experience in trucking, transportation, logistics, fleet operations, or heavy equipment/shop management.\nExperience managing a fleet that handles both company freight and hauling for outside customers.\nExperience overseeing log hauling, flatbed, or other heavy-haul transportation operations.\nPhysical Requirements\nMust be able to walk through shop and yard areas, climb in and out of trucks or equipment when needed, and inspect equipment and work areas regularly.\nMust be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and use hands and arms in the performance of routine management and inspection duties.\nMust be able to occasionally lift or move items such as parts, tools, or materials up to 25 pounds.\nMust be comfortable working around moving equipment, vehicle traffic, shop noise, grease, dust, and varying weather conditions.\nWork Environment\nWork is performed in a combination of office, fleet yard, shop, customer site, and outdoor environments.\nTravel between operating locations is required to support transportation and maintenance operations.\nSAFETY\nMust be able to follow all safety rules and regulations\nWear all required personal protective equipment, i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear\nReport immediately all accidents, 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