US Fleet Specialist at Hitachi in North Carolina

Location: Remote - North Carolina, United States

Job ID: R0135991

Date Posted: 2026-07-01

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Finance

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

US Fleet Specialist

The Opportunity

As a Fleet Specialist, you will oversee the daily management, compliance, and performance of a U.S.-based vehicle fleet supporting business units and operating locations. The role focuses on managing company vehicles, fleet assets, and material handling equipment while coordinating lifecycle activities such as ordering, maintenance, licensing, and disposal. You will work across functions and with vendors to maintain accurate fleet data, monitor utilization and costs, and support operational needs. The role addresses challenges related to regulatory compliance, cost control, vendor performance, and safety across a geographically distributed fleet. By maintaining effective fleet operations and supporting continuous improvement initiatives, you contribute to reliable field operations that enable service delivery and infrastructure support tied to broader energy systems.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Oversee daily operations of company vehicles, trucks, and fleet assets across U.S. locations
• Manage vehicle lifecycle activities including ordering, registration, maintenance coordination, and disposal
• Monitor fleet utilization, downtime, maintenance activity, and overall performance metrics
• Ensure fleet data accuracy in management systems and reporting tools
• Support driver qualification processes, records review, and accident reporting follow-up
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve issues related to maintenance, billing, delivery, and services
• Monitor fleet-related expenses and review invoices to address discrepancies and identify cost savings
• Support safety initiatives, accident management processes, and telematics data monitoring
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent fleet management experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of fleet management, transportation, logistics, operations, or asset management experience.
• Working knowledge of U.S. fleet operations, vehicle lifecycle management, maintenance processes, fuel programs, registration, licensing, and vendor management.
• Familiarity with U.S. DOT/FMCSA regulations, driver qualification requirements, and fleet safety practices preferred.
• Experience managing fleet vendors, service providers, leasing companies, or fleet management companies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret fleet data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with fleet management systems, telematics platforms, fuel card systems, or asset management tools preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve issues independently, and work effectively across business units and functions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy, compliance, and customer service.
• Certified Automotive Fleet Manager, Certified Equipment Manager, or other fleet-related certification preferred.
• Experience supporting a geographically distributed corporate fleet.
• Experience with Holman, Geotab, Element, Wheels, LeasePlan, ARI, or similar fleet platforms preferred.
• Experience with SAP, ServiceNow, Power BI, SharePoint, Planner, or similar enterprise systems preferred.
• Knowledge of IRS personal use/company vehicle reporting processes preferred.
• Experience supporting both regulated and non-regulated vehicle fleets.
• Background in manufacturing, energy, utilities, industrial services, or field service operations preferred.

More About Us

You will gain exposure to cross-functional collaboration, fleet operations management, and continuous improvement initiatives across a geographically distributed environment.

• Work on innovative energy technologies
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across business functions
• Access learning and development opportunities
• Receive health and retirement benefits
• Benefit from paid leave and flexibility programs

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.

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