Corporate Fleet Maintenance Manager Trainee

WM•Oklahoma City, OK

12d

About The Position

The Waste Management (WM) Fleet Operational Management Trainee (FOMT) program is a 12-month course designed to develop candidates for fleet manager roles. Fleet Managers manage primary and secondary equipment and focus on market-based profitability through effective fleet and maintenance management, cost control, management development, and high training and safety standards. Successful completion of the program requires willingness to relocate within an assigned geographic area. The training location may differ from the permanent placement and may require relocation. The program strongly prefers candidates who can relocate throughout the U.S. and Canada, for the program or a permanent operations role. The training is primarily on-the-job in the field, with some classroom training. The role includes 10–14 months of travel during training, by air and car as needed; WM covers travel costs. Fieldwork and assignments are core aspects of the position and involve exposure to weather and other non-office conditions, as well as ascending and descending from collection and support equipment and riding on equipment for many consecutive hours. Schedules may include 12-hour workdays, weekends, and early start times. The targeted program start date is March 2027. The trainee completes the FOMT curriculum and develops the skills and knowledge needed to become a Fleet Manager, including fleet and business applications, equipment operation and maintenance, site personnel management, financial and forecasting processes, safety practices, and fleet maintenance documentation. The job operates in a mix of office and plant/field environments and may include other duties, special projects, and interim management assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or an accredited high school diploma or GED and four years of relevant work experience.
Willingness to relocate within an assigned geographic area upon successful program completion.
Ability to travel during the training period, which requires 10–14 months of travel.
Ability to work non-traditional schedules that may include 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early start times.
Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather and non-office conditions, ascend and descend from collection and support equipment, and ride on equipment for many consecutive hours.

Nice To Haves

Four years of supervisory or leadership experience in operations management or heavy equipment, in addition to the education requirement.
Ability to relocate throughout the U.S. and Canada for the training program or a permanent operations role.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete the FOMT curriculum and all required training through WM's Learning Management System.
Complete assigned computer-based training and attend and participate in mandatory group training sessions.
Develop the skills needed to become a Fleet Manager.
Develop working knowledge of WM fleet and general business applications.
Learn collection and support equipment functionality and maintenance care, including equipment operation and in-shop maintenance.
Learn to manage site personnel, including non-exempt operators, through experiential work and training.
Develop understanding of financial, accounting, and forecasting processes and systems, including reporting to senior management and operating the scalehouse.
Develop a strong understanding of and dedication to WM's Safety Program, working with Corporate and local safety teams to support a safety-conscious culture.
Complete paperwork in fleet maintenance software for vehicle repairs, parts usage, and repair-time accounting.
Participate in worksite meetings, huddles, and area mentor programs.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include special projects and interim management assignments.