Supervisor of Fleet Maintenance - 2nd shift

Interstate Waste Services•Chester, 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. IWS is dedicated to delivering high-quality waste, recycling, and environmental services while prioritizing the safety of its employees, customers, and communities. The company serves a diverse range of industrial, medical, and commercial/residential customers. Founded in 1998, IWS has grown through acquisitions, integrating family-owned businesses into its team, and prides itself on combining the resources of a large company with the values of a family-run business. The Supervisor of Fleet Maintenance is responsible for the day-to-day execution of shop activities to ensure maximum fleet uptime, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role involves work planning and scheduling, supervising technicians, quality control of repairs, execution of the PM program, cost control for parts, and maintaining the integrity of maintenance documentation. The Supervisor ensures all refuse collection vehicles are maintained according to OEM standards, company policies, and FMCSA/DOT requirements, acting as a frontline leader to deliver 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.