Assistant Maintenance Manager

Waste Connections

1d • $110,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a safety‑driven, hands-on Assistant Maintenance Manager to support daily maintenance operations for our large hauling division in San Jose, CA. This role plays a key part in ensuring our fleet is safe, compliant, and ready to serve our customers each day.

Requirements

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in truck, light equipment, or heavy‑equipment repair, including CNG engines (waste industry experience a plus).
• Strong knowledge of air brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to train, coach, and motivate maintenance staff.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of DOT compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and solve problems efficiently.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.

Nice To Haves

• waste industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Waste Connections’ safety programs and standards.
• Support a collaborative, team‑oriented shop environment.
• Oversee and assist with the training of Mechanics and PM Mechanics.
• Maintain regulatory compliance across all applicable agencies and requirements.
• Manage fleet inventory, parts ordering, and equipment maintenance processes.
• Provide guidance to Mechanics on proper diagnostic and repair methods.
• Schedule and assign work to shop personnel.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for repairs when needed.
• Road‑test or evaluate vehicles to diagnose issues and verify repairs.
• Prepare purchase orders and source competitive pricing for parts and services.
• Assist with monthly projections and support the annual budget process.
• Maintain department costs within budgeted guidelines.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending account
• long term & short term disability
• life insurance
• 401K retirement
• unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future"

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED