Nathan D. Oliver
Director Of Fleet Services
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Seeking a valuable position within the finance team to enhance Indiana University with my knowledge and skill set by allowing me to continue my established administrative career, while utilizing my extensive professional experience and education.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Fleet Services
Indiana Department of Administration
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2024 - Current
- Serve as executive leader managing the lifecycle of 8,500+ government vehicles, overseeing strategic planning, budgeting, procurement, asset management, and surplus disposition for statewide fleet operations.
- Guide agency fleet coordinators across departments, ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations, including the Energy Policy Act and IC 5-22-21.
- Develop and implement policies, manage contracts, and maintain high standards in data integrity through M5/FleetFocus, promoting transparency and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with state leadership, vendors, and agency heads to develop sustainable solutions aligned with state goals and capital resource planning.
- Drive innovation and modernization through the rollout of telematics, GPS tracking, real-time analytics, and alternative fuel vehicle initiatives to reduce cost and environmental impact.
- Supervise professional staff and oversee vendor management, strategic sourcing, and audit readiness across all fleet operations and reporting.
- Regularly assess program effectiveness and align performance outcomes with the IDOA’s mission of cost savings, service excellence, and responsible asset stewardship.
District Manager of Fleet Maintenance
10 Roads Express
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Responsible for 4 shop locations, 375+ trucks, 27+ employees.
- Responsible for establishing company policies, guidelines, and standard practices at each location.
- Provides direction and decisions as needed to the shop managers and assistants.
- Provides a 3rd level approval for all shop invoices and spending.
- Liaison between the shop manager and Regional Director establishing what is needed to improve production, safety, quality of work and building / grounds.
- Establishes what is needed personnel wise and coordinates hiring process.
- When needed the district manager will council / coach employees regarding any concerns with performance, attendance, attitude and including and up to termination.
- Coordinate and oversee daily shop operations and manage parts inventory.
- Coordinate and negotiate outside vendor, labor, and parts rates and contracts.
- Achieved consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding existing client base within the district.
Director of Transportation
Monroe County Community School Corporation
Bloomington, Indiana
06.2016 - 08.2022
- Provided direction and leadership to establish operating parameters, ensuring sufficient resources, and motivate high performance within the Department of Transportation for 200+ employees.
- Review, interview, and make recommendations for hiring of new Transportation Services personnel.
- Implement and oversee all training that addresses the needs of personnel in the department as it relates to transportation.
- Maintain and oversee $8.9 Million annual budget to reflect the needs of the Transportation Services Department.
- Develops a five-year bus replacement plan as required by the DOE and orders replacement buses.
- Lead the department in the use of GPS, video, VHF radios, and other electronic media to track student ridership and improve efficiency.
- Serves as a liaison to resolve issues/disputes that may arise between district drivers, staff, and patrons.
- Plans and directs implementation of new technology for use in the transportation department.
- Establishes performance standards and supervise operational care, servicing, and maintenance of all vehicles within the department.
- Work closely with the Special Education Department to provide top quality service to our special education and pre-school students.
- Evaluate school bus stop requests and make recommendations that promote safety and efficiency.
- Coordinates with the Director of School Safety on all vehicle accident investigations and coordinates proper reporting to law enforcement and insurance agencies. Initiates corrective action when appropriate.
- Meets with transportation personnel from other districts for pooling of experience, solving of problems, and making recommendations for state and federal transportation policies.
- Reviewed regulatory compliance measures regularly, updating policies as needed to remain aligned with industry best practices.
Director of Transportation
Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation
Ellettsville, Indiana
05.2015 - 06.2016
Mechanical Technician
Carmichael Trucking and Automotive
Bloomington, IN
09.2014 - 05.2015
Mechanic
Monroe County Highway Department
Bloomington, Indiana
05.2003 - 09.2014
Manager
Skirvin Trucking
Bloomington, IN
06.1999 - 05.2003
Education
No Degree - Natural Science and Mathematics
Indiana University East
Richmond Indiana 05.2001 - 01.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Administrative management
- Project oversight
- Budget Management
- Process Improvements
Timeline
Director of Fleet Services
Indiana Department of Administration
01.2024 - Current
District Manager of Fleet Maintenance
10 Roads Express
08.2022 - 01.2024
Director of Transportation
Monroe County Community School Corporation
06.2016 - 08.2022
Director of Transportation
Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation
05.2015 - 06.2016
Mechanical Technician
Carmichael Trucking and Automotive
09.2014 - 05.2015
Mechanic
Monroe County Highway Department
05.2003 - 09.2014
No Degree - Natural Science and Mathematics
Indiana University East
05.2001 - 01.2023
Manager
Skirvin Trucking
06.1999 - 05.2003
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