Senior Fleet Maintenance Manager

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The Senior Fleet Maintenance Manager manages the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment within an assigned area in alignment with corporate objectives. The position typically oversees 2–4 locations and/or 50–99 assets. It focuses on profitability through effective fleet and maintenance management, including cost control, employee development, and high standards for training and safety. The manager ensures vehicles are safe, reliable, and available for operational needs, and that equipment, maintenance shops, and vehicle management systems are effectively maintained and utilized. The role also oversees department staffing and employee performance, supports financial reviews and budgeting, and ensures compliance with WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations. It requires a valid driver’s license. The posting lists five years of previous experience in addition to education requirements, and notes five years of fleet maintenance management experience as preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (accredited), or a high school diploma or GED (accredited) with four years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
Five years of previous experience in addition to education requirements.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Five years of fleet maintenance management experience.
310R license, required on some requisitions.

Responsibilities

Manage fleet and maintenance activities across the assigned area to support profitability, cost control, employee development, training, and safety.
Review capital equipment requisitions in accordance with corporate guidelines and objectives.
Ensure safe and reliable vehicles are available to meet operational requirements.
Manage effective utilization of vehicle assets.
Conduct fleet evaluations to confirm maintenance standards are met.
Ensure maintenance shops are adequately staffed and mechanics are properly trained.
Ensure vehicle management systems are effectively utilized.
Comply with and ensure adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations.
Meet financial review dates and corporate-directed program deadlines.
Assist with the budget process as required.
Maintain clean and well-kept maintenance shops through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
Oversee department personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating performance; provide input on termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
Conduct, attend, and contribute to periodic driver and safety meetings to foster favorable working relationships and promote morale, productivity, and efficiency.
Provide training and presentations in a positive and professional manner as needed.
Update and submit required reports in a timely manner.