Supervisor of Fleet Maintenance - 1st shift

Interstate Waste Services•Goshen, NY

2d•$70,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services (IWS) is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut markets, with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. Founded in 1998, IWS combines the resources of a large company with the values of a family-run business, prioritizing high-quality services, safety, and community well-being for a diverse customer base. The Supervisor of Fleet Maintenance is a frontline leadership role responsible for the day-to-day execution of shop activities to maximize fleet uptime, safety, and regulatory compliance. This includes work planning and scheduling, technician supervision, quality control, PM program execution, parts and cost management, and ensuring the integrity of maintenance documentation. The role ensures all refuse collection vehicles are maintained according to OEM standards, company policies, and FMCSA/DOT requirements, ultimately delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective fleet performance to Operations.

Requirements

5+ years of heavy-duty fleet maintenance experience.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead technician experience.
Strong knowledge of refuse truck systems.
Working knowledge of FMCSA/DOT maintenance requirements.
Experience using computerized maintenance management systems.
Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and shop safety standards.
Lead daily safety engagement (toolbox talks, hazard identification, shop walkthroughs).
Ensure Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hot work, lifting, and confined space practices are followed.
Investigate safety incidents and near misses; implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with FMCSA 49 CFR Part 396 maintenance requirements.
Ensure DVIR defects are properly documented, corrected, and closed in accordance with DOT standards.
Maintain accurate and audit-ready maintenance documentation.
Plan, assign, and prioritize daily work orders (PMs, breakdowns, campaigns, road calls).
Manage work-in-process and ensure efficient shop utilization.
Balance preventive maintenance compliance with reactive repair demands.
Coordinate equipment downtime and return-to-service communication with Operations.
Manage emergency repairs, seasonal readiness, and severe weather response.
Oversee road call dispatch and vendor coordination when required.
Verify repairs are completed correctly and meet OEM and company standards.
Conduct release-to-service inspections.
Reduce repeat repairs through root cause problem solving.
Ensure preventive maintenance inspections are thorough and standardized.
Drive continuous improvement in fleet reliability and uptime.
Supervise, coach, and develop technicians to ensure high performance and accountability.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide timely coaching and discipline.
Manage attendance, productivity, and adherence to shop standards.
Support apprenticeship and skill development programs.
Promote a culture of ownership, teamwork, and professional conduct.
Maintain compliance with union agreements (if applicable).
Maintain appropriate parts, tire, fluid, and consumable inventory levels.
Enforce inventory controls including cycle counts, core returns, and warranty recovery.
Approve parts purchases within authorization limits.
Monitor shop spend versus budget.
Identify cost savings opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
Ensure accurate and timely work order documentation in the maintenance system.
Validate labor hours, coding accuracy, and repair notes.
Monitor and report on shop KPIs.
Develop corrective action plans to address performance gaps.