Fleet Operations Management Trainee

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Melbourne, FL

12h•$84,700 - $131,230•Onsite

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 oversee primary and secondary equipment fleets and fleet and maintenance activities in an assigned area, focusing on profitability, cost control, management development, training, and safety. Trainees complete field-based on-the-job training, supplemented by classroom instruction, and develop knowledge of fleet management, equipment operation and maintenance, personnel management, and business processes. The program requires 10–14 months of travel during training, with travel costs covered by WM. The training location may differ from the permanent placement, and successful candidates must be willing to relocate within an assigned geographic area. WM strongly prefers candidates who can relocate throughout the U.S. and Canada for training or a permanent operations role. The role combines office work with field assignments in plant and field environments. Fieldwork may involve exposure to weather and other non-office conditions, climbing onto and descending from collection and support equipment, and riding equipment for many consecutive hours. The position may require nontraditional schedules, including 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early starts. The targeted start date for the program is March 2027. The expected salary range for this on-site position is $84,700–$131,230. The actual offer may depend on experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Requirements

Accredited bachelor's degree; alternatively, an accredited high school diploma or GED and four years of relevant work experience.
Willingness to relocate within an assigned geographic area after successfully completing the program.
Ability to travel during the training period, including by air or car.
Ability to work nontraditional schedules, including 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early start times.
Ability to perform fieldwork involving exposure to weather and other non-office conditions, climb onto and descend from collection and support equipment, and ride equipment for many consecutive hours.
Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for air travel or access to federal property.

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 permanent operations placement.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete the FOMT curriculum and required training through WM's Learning Management System.
Develop the skills needed to become a Fleet Manager.
Complete assigned computer-based training and attend and participate in mandatory group training sessions.
Develop working knowledge of WM fleet and general business applications.
Develop working knowledge of 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 assignments and training.
Develop understanding of financial, accounting, and forecasting processes and systems, including reporting to senior management and operating the scale house.
Develop a strong understanding of and dedication to the WM Safety Program, working with corporate and local safety teams to support a safety-conscious culture.
Complete paperwork in fleet maintenance software related to vehicle repairs, parts usage, and repair time accounting.
Participate in worksite meetings, huddles, and area mentor programs.
Perform other assigned duties, including special projects and interim management assignments.