The Rentals Fleet Manager will be responsible for managing the full life cycle of the Canadian rental fleet in alignment with corporate objectives and asset cost‑management strategies. This role oversees processes that optimize vehicle availability, utilization, performance, and regulatory compliance across a multi‑jurisdictional fleet. The Rentals Fleet Manager ensures fleet readiness to support scheduling and forecasting requirements, reviews and approves rental fleet maintenance estimates and invoices, and partners closely with internal service, sales, and operational teams. This position plays a critical role in supporting customer satisfaction, cost control, and compliance with transportation and safety regulations.
What You’ll Do
Fleet Operations & Maintenance

Coordinate with regional service centers and third‑party vendors to schedule and monitor repairs, ensuring timely return of equipment to rent‑ready status

Review, assess, and approve rental fleet maintenance estimates and invoices

Provide technical guidance related to repairs, parts requirements, preventive maintenance, and equipment capabilities

Support quality control processes related to rental fleet check‑in and check‑out inspections

Partner with internal service and sales teams to ensure rental and used equipment is prepared for sale within quoted timelines and costs

Customer & Operational Support

Communicate effectively with customers regarding vehicle availability, maintenance schedules, service interruptions, compliance matters, and operational updates

Proactively address customer concerns related to vehicle performance, downtime, breakdowns, or incidents, ensuring timely and practical resolutions

Asset Management & Reporting

Analyze fleet data to support decisions related to equipment replacement versus rebuild, based on age, usage, condition, and availability

Manage fleet reporting related to performance, lifecycle management, maintenance costs, and open work orders





Support fleet readiness planning to meet scheduling, utilization, and forecasting requirements

Technology & Telematics

Oversee onboarding of new rental fleet units, including GPS and telematics integration

Maintain GPS/ELD systems, ensure data accuracy, and manage related vendor relationships

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure fleet compliance with applicable transportation, safety, and regulatory requirements, including CVOR and MTO compliance maintenance programs

Manage end‑to‑end processes for rental fleet units involved in accidents, including reporting, insurance coordination, claims support, and repairs

Support accident investigations and provide technical input related to causation, repairs, and prevention

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned in support of fleet operations and business objectives

Total Rewards

Competitive Annual Salary of $ 85,000 - $95,000 per annum

Annual Performance Review with Increase Opportunity

Group Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company – inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverage

Vacation & Paid Personal days

Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan

Status: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule - Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs. This position is intended to meet the managerial and/or supervisory exemption under applicable employment standards legislation and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Vacancy Type: Existing Vacancy

Travel: Up to 5% travel may be required within the United States and Canada

What You Bring





Five (5) years of related experience in a dealership, fleet, or service or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience supporting a multi‑jurisdictional vehicle fleet is preferred

Practical experience with:

Fleet operations and asset management

CVOR and MTO compliance maintenance programs

ELD and telematics systems

Budgeting, cost control, and asset cost management

Accident investigation and claims coordination

Ability to support business needs outside of standard business hours on an occasional basis, as required

Strong mechanical and technical aptitude, with a solid understanding of shop operations and preventive maintenance practices

Demonstrated knowledge of fleet asset management principles

Solid verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and fleet or asset management systems

Additional Requirements

Certified Heavy Truck Mechanic, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, required for job related duties

A satisfactory, job‑related background check will be required and conducted in accordance with applicable laws

Office and shop environments

Periodic evening or weekend work may be required based on business needs

Who We Are
Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) is a leading distributor of public works equipment across Canada and the U.S. We support municipalities and contractors with equipment such as vacuum trucks, refuse and recycling vehicles, street sweepers, and sewer inspection systems.

We are a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

Our Core Values
Leadership, Customer Excellence, Integrity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Innovation, and Ambition

Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws.

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📌 Rentals Fleet Manager (Ontario)
🏢 Waterblast
📍 Ontario