Director of Transportation & Fleet Compliance

Pneco invites qualified candidates to join its team as Director of Transportation & Fleet Compliance in Longview, WA. This full-time leadership opportunity centers on guiding transportation operations, fleet oversight, and strict regulatory adherence for professionals ready to make an impact in the local area.

About the Role

The Director of Transportation & Fleet Compliance at Pneco in Longview, WA provides strategic direction for all transportation functions and fleet-related compliance activities. You will champion safe, efficient, and fully compliant operations while aligning daily execution with broader organizational goals. This full-time position demands a hands-on leader who thrives on continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and building high-performing teams around Longview, WA. Success means fostering a culture of accountability, keeping vehicles and drivers road-ready, and ensuring every process meets federal and state standards without exception.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing refinement of transportation policies, fleet utilization strategies, and compliance frameworks that support reliable service delivery.
• Direct fleet maintenance schedules, vehicle acquisition and disposition decisions, and asset tracking to maximize uptime and control operating costs.
• Oversee driver qualification files, hours-of-service monitoring, training programs, and safety initiatives so that every operator meets DOT, FMCSA, and other applicable requirements.
• Conduct regular internal audits, prepare for external inspections, and promptly address findings to eliminate compliance gaps and protect the organization.
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and finance colleagues to forecast transportation needs, manage departmental budgets, and evaluate vendor performance for fuel, maintenance, and logistics support.
• Investigate incidents, drive root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions that reduce risk and strengthen the overall safety record.
• Mentor and develop transportation and fleet staff, set clear performance expectations, and promote professional growth within the Longview, WA team.
• Stay current with evolving transportation and environmental regulations, then translate changes into practical process updates and training.

Who We're Looking For

• Proven progressive experience directing transportation operations and fleet compliance programs, ideally culminating in a senior leadership capacity.
• Deep working knowledge of federal and state motor-carrier regulations, safety standards, and documentation best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, communicate expectations clearly, and hold people accountable for results.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills used to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Comfort managing budgets, negotiating with vendors, and balancing efficiency with uncompromising safety and compliance priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting to leadership, coaching staff, and interacting with regulators when needed.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment focused on continuous operational excellence.

More About Pneco

Pneco is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment.

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