Fleet Maintenance Manager – Waste Pro – Heavy Duty Diesel – West Palm Beach, FL

Waste Pro USA•West Palm Beach, FL

35d•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Pro is seeking an experienced maintenance leader to oversee a high-volume operation supporting approximately 110 heavy-duty diesel and CNG refuse trucks at their West Palm Beach facility. In this leadership role, the manager will have the opportunity to build and develop a skilled maintenance team, improve fleet reliability, control operating costs, and ensure the safe, efficient operation of one of South Florida's busiest fleet maintenance facilities. The company is looking for someone passionate about developing technicians, maximizing equipment uptime, controlling costs, and creating a culture of accountability and safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; technical or college education preferred.
15+ years of progressive experience in fleet maintenance management, preferably within the waste, transportation, heavy equipment, or commercial fleet industries.
Proven leadership experience managing maintenance technicians, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
Extensive knowledge of heavy-duty diesel truck maintenance; CNG fleet experience is strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated experience managing maintenance budgets, cost controls, resource planning, and asset management.
Strong project management, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting maintenance data, generating reports, and identifying operational improvements.
High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and computerized fleet maintenance management systems (such as Dossier or similar CMMS software).
Proven record of professional achievement, leadership, and operational success.
Valid driver's license required.
Brake certification required.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing CNG-powered fleet equipment preferred
CDL (Class A or B) preferred.
Engine Rebuild Certification is a plus.
CDL license preferred
Engine rebuild certification a plus

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians and shop personnel
Recruit, hire, schedule, and manage shop employees
Conduct performance evaluations and administer corrective action when necessary
Foster a culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Manage preventive maintenance and repair programs
Maximize fleet availability and minimize equipment downtime
Monitor repair quality, road calls, breakdown trends, and technician productivity
Provide hands-on technical support and guidance when needed
Ensure work is completed efficiently and safely
Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and company standards
Partner with Operations and Safety leadership to maintain regulatory compliance
Ensure accurate maintenance documentation and recordkeeping
Promote safe work practices throughout the maintenance operation
Develop and manage maintenance budgets
Control repair costs while maintaining high-quality standards
Oversee parts inventory and vendor relationships
Monitor warranty recovery opportunities
Assist with fleet replacement planning and equipment purchasing decisions
Analyze maintenance KPIs and fleet performance metrics
Identify opportunities to improve uptime and reduce maintenance costs
Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures
Implement best practices, process improvements, and preventive maintenance initiatives
Ensure maintenance management software and inventory systems remain accurate