Operational Management Trainee - Fleet

Waste Management, Inc.•Whitmore Lake, MI

About The Position

WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects. The Operational Management Trainee - Fleet position is part of a developmental training program designed to develop individuals into a Fleet Manager role. Tasks will be directed and supervised by Fleet Managers. In this position, Trainees will develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to be able to lead, implement, and monitor the maintenance processes that support operations, maximize fleet performance, and manager the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment within the assigned area. Travel/Location: The Operational Management Trainee will travel within the Great Lakes Area (approximately 80% travel). At the end of the 10-14 months program, the role may require relocation to permanent assignment of role.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in a Diesel Technician Certification program or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree
High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
2 years of relevant work experience
6 months Less than of previous work experience required (in addition to education requirement).
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Develops a working knowledge of WM’s Fleet and general business applications.
Responsible for developing the skills to become a Fleet Supervisor and then a Fleet Manager.
Completes assigned computer-based training.
Develops a strong understanding and dedication to the WM Safety Program.
Works with Corporate and local safety teams to continue to create an aware and observant safety conscious culture.
Participates in worksite meetings, huddles, and mentoring programs.
Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
Perform other duties as assigned.