Fleet Manager

About Us

Barkbus is the nation's premier mobile dog grooming company. We are dog-loving creatives, operators, technologists, and entrepreneurs taking a Silicon Valley startup approach to disrupt and modernize the fragmented legacy pet grooming industry. Driven by our mission to deliver joy to pets and their people, we're proud to operate across California, Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Virginia. We’re the fastest-growing pet health & wellness startup in the country and would love you to join us in building the nation’s beloved pet brand.

Who We Are

We’re a collaborative, high-quality team of dog-lovers that solves problems with thoughtfulness, empathy, and speed. We have a big dream: to build a generational company that remakes the pet health & wellness industry nationally. We’re a fun, ambitious group that is working to build something new in pet care. We move with high velocity, collaborate closely, and deliver results faster than anyone in the market. We want your time at Barkbus to be the greatest time of your career. If you’re ready to build the future of pet care with high standards and speed, come on board. We need exceptional people to help us build something new in the world.

About This Role

As a Fleet Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and overall readiness of our fleet of mobile dog grooming vans. Your primary focus will be to reduce downtime, resolve van issues quickly, and oversee preventative maintenance, ensuring our vehicles remain in top condition. This role requires a hands-on approach to fleet management, including titling, registration, and compliance with state and local regulations.

This role is designed to scale as the fleet grows, overseeing 200+ vans across multiple markets.

Role & Responsibilities

Fleet Maintenance & Downtime Reduction

• Oversee day-to-day fleet operations, ensuring vans are properly allocated, maintained, and service-ready.

• Manage preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring all vans undergo routine check-ups and servicing.

• Work with Groomer Operations Managers (GOMs) to minimize service disruptions and keep vehicles operational.

Operational Efficiency & Support

• Oversee Tier 2 contractors to ensure adequate service coverage and timely van issue resolution.

• Ensure vans maintain a clean and professional appearance, both inside and out.

• Work cross-functionally with GOMs, groomers, and internal teams to improve mobile units for grooming operations.

• Manage fleet reporting tools and systems, ensuring accurate data tracking for van usage, repairs, and downtime metrics.

Vendor & Service Management

• Establish and maintain relationships with service vendors for repairs, maintenance, and roadside assistance.

• Oversee van pick-ups, drop-offs, and logistics to and from repair shops.

• Ensure service vendors meet company standards for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Vehicle Registration & Compliance

• Manage titling, registration, and renewals to ensure all vans comply with state, county, and city regulations.

• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of fleet documentation, ensuring compliance with all local requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be both a people and dog lover!

• 5-8+ years of experience in fleet management, logistics, or vehicle operations, ideally in a multi-location environment.

• Strong knowledge of vehicle titling, registration, and compliance requirements.

• Experience working with fleet management systems (e.g., Fleetio, Samsara) and roadside assistance programs.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills to troubleshoot fleet issues quickly and efficiently.

• Ability to manage multiple vendors and service providers while maintaining cost-effective solutions.

• Strong organizational and communication skills to work across teams and coordinate fleet logistics.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary: $90K-$105K, based on experience.

• Stock options upon required tenure.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement Savings Plan to support your future.

• Pet Insurance to keep your furry friends healthy.

• Monthly cell phone stipend to stay connected.

• ClassPass membership to support your fitness and wellness goals.

Equal Opportunity

• Barkbus is an equal-opportunity employer who celebrates diversity. Come as you are.