Fleet Maintenance Manager - BU

Republic Services•Chattanooga, TN

19h

About The Position

The Business Unit Fleet Maintenance Manager oversees up to five or more maintenance shops and manages multiple teams of technicians, maintenance supervisors, and/or other maintenance managers. These teams are 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 indirectly through supervisors or other managers, and implements and monitors maintenance policies and procedures to ensure equipment repairs and maintenance comply with company safety and compliance standards and federal and state regulations. The role oversees shop operations, staffing, work planning, preventive maintenance, quality control, training, performance, budgets, records, and maintenance costs. It requires advanced technical knowledge of heavy vehicles and equipment, including engine, emissions, transmission, brake, hydraulic, electrical, heating and air-conditioning systems, and welding tools. The position requires travel.

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 fiscal resources.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to develop solutions and realistic, comprehensive resource plans.
Ability to collaborate and encourage employee engagement.
Financial management and planning skills, including the ability to understand financial terms, budgets, tables, and reports.
Advanced knowledge of engine, emission, transmission, brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems of company heavy equipment and vehicles.
Automotive Service Excellence certifications: T2 Diesel Engine, T Master Certified, T3 Drive, T4 Brake, and T5 Suspension and Steering.
Certified Automotive Fleet Management (CAFM) credentials in Financial Systems, Risk Management, Information Management, Asset Management, and Vehicle Fuel Management, or experience with/knowledge of similar technology.

Responsibilities

Provide direction to on-site technicians and technician supervisors, and leadership to maintenance supervisors or managers, to ensure repair and maintenance work is performed safely, efficiently, and on time; reallocate resources among sites as appropriate.
Oversee coordination, planning, and scheduling of repair work to increase productivity while managing departmental overtime.
Monitor shop operational performance and efficiency, redirect activities as needed, report performance to management, and implement process or program changes to improve performance and efficiency.
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 an ongoing preventive maintenance program for all shops within the geographic area of responsibility.
Identify trends in road calls and breakdowns; oversee maintenance of on-site buildings and facilities; control maintenance costs relating to personnel, purchasing, inventory, and outsourced repairs.
Inspect outside repairs and maintenance, follow up as appropriate, and ensure work complies with company safety and compliance procedures and federal and state regulations.
Identify training opportunities and document issues and discuss corrective action with maintenance supervisors as needed.
Ensure scheduled Quality Control Inspections are completed, and track issues and resolutions to confirm work meets company procedures and applicable regulations.
Maintain advanced technical knowledge and perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance on heavy equipment and vehicles, including engine and chassis work, vehicle body control systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, heating and air conditioning, and welding.
Manage team administrative matters, including payroll, employee records, preventive and corrective maintenance records, and entry of information into Dossier Maintenance Software.
Prepare and submit budgets for approval and set departmental goals aligned with division leadership targets and performance objectives.
Travel as required.