Loaner Fleet Coordinator

Job Posted: 2025-10-23
Location:
Knoxville, TN, US

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:



  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, contributing to shared goals and fostering positive relationships.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to maintain composure and clarity when handling challenging or high-stress interactions.

  • Education Requirements:

  • Four year degree required with concentration in business administration, supply chain management or related field. Relevant work experience can replace education requirement.


Essential Job Functions:


Loaner Request Management



  • Receive and evaluate loaner machine requests from sales representatives and service personnel.

  • Determine the validity and necessity of each request based on established criteria.

  • Select appropriate loaner equipment and ensure it is prepped and ready for deployment.


Customer Coordination



  • Communicate with customers to arrange either pickup or delivery of loaner machines.

  • Coordinate delivery logistics, including scheduling with the hauling team when applicable.

  • Ensure timely and professional delivery or pickup experience for the customer.


Fleet Oversight & Maintenance



  • Monitor the status of machines out on loan and stay updated on the progress of repairs for the original equipment.

  • Coordinate the return of loaner machines once repairs are completed.

  • Ensure returned loaners are quickly processed through the shop and prepped for future use.


Billing & Documentation



  • Invoice loaner costs once repairs are complete and provide documentation to the service department for work order completion.

  • Research work orders and submit loaner cost estimates to the Caterpillar (Cat) service representative for preapproval.

  • Track preapproved claims and submit them to the Warranty Manager for official filing.


Cost Recovery & Compliance



  • Ensure all warranty and loaner-related costs are accurately billed to the appropriate department.

  • Recover all eligible costs by ensuring claims are filed correctly and in a timely manner.

  • Bill any excess or non-covered costs back to the customer as needed.


 


Preferred Experience and Skills:



  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite is required.

  • Salesforce and DBS experience is preferred.

  • Equipment knowledge and previous experience with fleet coordination is strongly preferred.


Physical and Mental Requirements:


Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.


Must be able to pass background check, physical exam and drug screening test.