Fleet Maintenance Manager

Republic Services • Cuyahoga Falls, OH

110d • $86,240 - $129,360

About The Position

The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for the management of fleet equipment at one or more locations and managing a team(s) of technicians who are responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of a fleet of up to 60 vehicles (diesel and alternative fuel). Additional responsibilities could include maintenance of equipment and machinery at a post collection facility(ies), and management of a container shop(s). The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for providing direction, either directly or indirectly, to a group of technicians to ensure that all repairs and maintenance to Republic Services’ equipment, including trucks, containers and other heavy duty equipment, are performed in compliance with the Company’s safety and maintenance standards, and in compliance with all federal and state regulations. The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for planning and scheduling the repair work for his or her work group to ensure that all work is done in a safe and timely manner, reducing lost productivity within the shop.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in the transportation industry.
• Thorough knowledge and application of safe working practices including OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Advanced Root Cause Problem Solving skills.
• Effective and professional communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to anticipate business needs and plan accordingly.
• High level of analytical skill to develop a range of possible solutions.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate and encourage employee engagement.
• Good financial management and planning skills.
• Automotive Service Excellence T2 Diesel Engine, T Master Certified.
• T3 Drive, T4 Brake, T5 Suspension and Steering certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to all technician levels, as well as the lead technicians, in the maintenance shop.
• Manage a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor in a satellite maintenance shop or on another shift.
• Oversee the planning and scheduling of all repair work to increase productivity.
• Monitor the shop’s operational performance and efficiency.
• Report to management on shop performance and implement procedures for improvement.
• Manage lead technicians and maintenance supervisor(s) in the maintenance shop.
• Conduct daily shop huddles and fleet walks.
• Coach and counsel lead technician and maintenance supervisor(s) on performance.
• Make hiring and termination decisions in concert with Human Resources.
• Oversee employee training and performance evaluation.
• Maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program for assigned locations.
• Identify trends in road calls and breakdowns.
• Manage outside repair facilities and repairs.
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections and track issues.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Manage related administrative matters for the team, including payroll and employee records.
• Prepare and submit the budget for approval.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage.
• Dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees