Fleet Maintenance Manager - BU

Republic Services•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

The Business Unit Fleet Maintenance Manager oversees up to five or more maintenance shops and leads teams of technicians, maintenance supervisors, and/or other maintenance managers responsible for preventive maintenance and repairs for a fleet of up to 91 or more diesel and alternative-fuel trucks and other machinery supporting approximately three post-collection facilities and three container shops. The manager provides direction at their own shop and through other maintenance leaders, and implements and monitors policies and procedures to ensure repairs and maintenance for trucks, containers, and other heavy-duty equipment meet company safety and compliance standards and applicable federal and state regulations. The role oversees shop operations, workforce performance, preventive maintenance, quality control, budgets, costs, and administrative records. It also requires advanced working knowledge of heavy-equipment and vehicle systems to support complex diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs. Travel is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of leadership experience.
At least 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Supervisor for a large vehicle fleet or multiple-site locations.
Knowledge and application of OSHA Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, and Fire Protection regulations.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Advanced root-cause problem-solving skills.
Effective, professional communication skills and a strong customer-service orientation.
Ability to anticipate business needs and plan efficient use of equipment, employee, and financial resources.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to develop solutions to a broad range of issues.
Ability to collaborate and encourage employee engagement.
Financial management and planning skills, including understanding financial terms, budgets, tables, and reports, and developing comprehensive resource plans.
Automotive Service Excellence credentials listed in the posting: T2 Diesel Engine, T Master Certified, T3 Drive, T4 Brake, and TS Suspension and Steering.
Certified Automotive Fleet Management credentials listed in the posting: Financial Systems, Risk Management, Information Management, Asset Management, and Vehicle Fuel Management, or experience with/knowledge of similar technology.
Advanced knowledge of engine, emission, transmission, brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems used in company heavy equipment and vehicles.

Responsibilities

Direct on-site technicians and technician supervisors, and lead maintenance supervisors or managers across multiple shops; reallocate resources among sites as needed.
Coordinate, plan, and schedule repair work to improve productivity and manage overtime effectively.
Monitor shop performance and efficiency, redirect activities as appropriate, report performance to management, and implement process or program changes to improve operations.
Oversee daily shop huddles and fleet walk-arounds; coach and counsel lead technicians and maintenance supervisors on performance and corrective action.
Make hiring and termination decisions in coordination with Human Resources and appropriate management; oversee employee training and performance evaluations.
Maintain preventive maintenance programs across all shops within the assigned geographic area.
Identify trends in road calls and breakdowns; oversee maintenance of on-site buildings and facilities; control personnel, purchasing, inventory, and outsourced-repair costs.
Inspect outside repairs and maintenance to verify completion in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations; follow up on issues and discuss corrective action with maintenance supervisors as needed.
Ensure scheduled Quality Control Inspections are completed, and track issues and their resolution.
Perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance on heavy equipment and vehicles, including engine and chassis, body control, hydraulic, electrical, heating and air-conditioning systems, and welding-related work.
Manage team payroll and employee records; maintain preventive and corrective maintenance records; enter information into Dossier Maintenance Software; prepare budgets for approval; and set departmental goals aligned with divisional targets and performance objectives.
Travel as required.