Caterpillar Fleet Manager for Rental Operations - Fenton, MO

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Company Overview:

Fabick Cat is the authorized dealer of Caterpillar equipment, prime and stand-by power systems, parts and service, compact construction, and rental equipment for major portions of Illinois, Missouri, the entire state of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have been in business for over 100 years and are headquartered in Fenton, Missouri. For more information visit www.fabickcat.com

Why Work For Us!

At Fabick Cat, you are beyond just an employee, you are a part of the Fabick family. A family that has worked so diligently to cement a legacy that was built over 100 years ago through a collective vision "To Ever Serve Our Customers Better". This legacy could not have been possible without first employing then developing the best and brightest talent the market has to offer. We believe it to be of the upmost importance to invest in our workforce by supporting and empowering employees to develop the necessary skills to become successful in their own career.... to become a legacy. Are you ready to join our family legacy to continue our existence as 'the greatest service organization of its kind' over the next 100 years? The Fabick family appreciates and values the ongoing commitment of its employees and is pleased to provide a highly competitive total compensation and benefits package.

Position Summary:
The Caterpillar Fleet Manager for Rental Operations is responsible for managing the health, performance, and lifecycle of the Caterpillar rental fleet. Reporting to the Rental Operations Fleet Manager, this individual-contributor role drives fleet utilization, controls maintenance and repair costs, minimizes turnaround time, and leads used-equipment evaluation and disposition decisions to maximize return on the fleet investment. The position partners closely with rental sales, service/shop, and used-equipment teams but does not have direct reports.

Responsibilities:
* Monitor and drive fleet performance against core rental metrics: time (physical) utilization, financial (dollar) utilization, maintenance and repair (M&R) cost, and time to ready.
* Manage fleet composition, mix, and right-sizing by category and class to align availability with market demand.
* Coordinate the rent-ready / ready-line turnaround process with the service and shop teams to minimize time to ready on units returning from rent.
* Track and manage maintenance and repair costs per unit; identify high-cost assets and recommend repair-versus-replace actions.
* Lead used-equipment evaluation and disposition -- assess condition, hours/SMU, market value, and residuals to determine when to retain, cascade, or sell each unit.
* Support fleet acquisition and replacement planning, including capital forecasting and optimal replacement timing based on age, hours, and lifecycle cost.
* Maintain accurate fleet records (serial numbers, hours/SMU, location, and status) in the rental management and ERP systems.
* Analyze utilization and financial reporting to surface trends, underperforming units, and improvement opportunities.
* Partner with rental sales and rental reps on availability, substitutions, and special fulfillment needs.
* Ensure fleet compliance with Caterpillar programs, warranty, and applicable maintenance/service agreements.

Qualifications:
Required:
* High School or equivalent
* Understanding of rental fleet metrics, including time (physical) utilization, financial (dollar) utilization, maintenance and repair (M&R), and time to ready.
* Solid understanding of, and/or hands-on experience with, used-equipment evaluation and valuation -- a key requirement of this role.
* Caterpillar equipment appraisal experience, particularly with compact equipment (e.g., compact track loaders, skid steer loaders, mini/compact excavators, and backhoe loaders).
* Working knowledge of Caterpillar and allied equipment lines, applications, and model classes.
* Experience in equipment rental, dealership, or heavy-equipment operations.
* Strong analytical skills and comfort working with fleet, utilization, and financial reporting (Excel, BI dashboards, and ERP/rental systems).
* Familiarity with maintenance and service workflows and the rent-ready turnaround process.
* Financial acumen -- understanding of ROI, residual values, depreciation, and total cost of ownership.
* Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
* Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
* Valid driver's license and ability to travel to branches and rental yards as needed.

Preferred:
* Experience with Caterpillar dealer and rental management systems (e.g., DBS, SalesLink, Texada/CloudLink, or similar).
* Knowledge of Caterpillar rental programs, CVA/CSA agreements, and warranty processes.
* Prior experience in fleet management, asset management, or used-equipment sales.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
* Primary work is performed in an office or service facility environment with frequent communication by phone and computer.
* Tasks involve sitting for extended periods, using hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone, and reaching with arms.
* Occasional standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling may be required, especially when verifying equipment status in the yard or assisting with parts logistics.
* Employees are regularly required to talk and hear to communicate with technicians and customers; specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
* Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., moving parts or equipment files) and safely handle heavier loads up to 50 pounds with assistance when necessary.
* Work may occasionally involve exposure to a warehouse or outdoor environment with moderate noise and varying weather conditions; appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used as required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.