Fleet Operations Management Trainee

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Lancaster, PA

11h•$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 individuals into Fleet Manager roles. Fleet Managers oversee primary and secondary equipment and fleet and maintenance activities, with a focus on market-based profitability, cost control, management development, and high training and safety standards. Successful trainees must be willing to relocate within an assigned geographic area. The role involves 10–14 months of travel during training, with travel costs covered by WM, and may require relocation for training or permanent placement. The targeted start date is March 2027. Most training is on the job in the field, with some classroom training. The position combines office work with field assignments and exposure to weather and other non-office conditions. Fieldwork may involve ascending and descending from collection and support equipment and riding for many consecutive hours. The role may require non-traditional schedules, including 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early start times. Travel may be by air or car, and a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative is required or must be obtained if needed for business air travel or access to federal property. The expected salary range for this on-site position is $84,700–$131,230. The specific offer may depend on relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. WM offers eligible employees a competitive total compensation package, with benefits that may vary by site.

Requirements

Accredited bachelor's degree; alternatively, a 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 program, including potentially by air and car.
Ability to ascend onto and descend from collection and support equipment and ride for many consecutive hours during field assignments.
Ability to work non-traditional schedules that may include 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early start times.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business 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 the WM 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 learning and training.
Develop understanding of financial, accounting, and forecasting processes and systems, including reporting to senior management and operating the scale house.
Build understanding of and dedication to the WM Safety Program, working with corporate and local safety teams to foster a safety-conscious culture.
Complete paperwork in fleet maintenance software for vehicle repairs, parts usage, and repair-time accounting.
Participate in worksite meetings, huddles, and area mentor programs.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include special projects and interim management assignments.