Trainee, Corporate Fleet Operations Management

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Atwater, CA

16h•$84,000 - $123,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Management Fleet Operational Management Trainee (FOMT) program is a 12-month course designed to develop individuals for fleet manager roles. Fleet Managers oversee primary and secondary equipment and work to achieve market-based profitability by managing fleet and maintenance activities, cost control, management development, training, and safety standards. Candidates who complete the program must be willing to relocate within an assigned geographic area. Training includes extensive on-the-job field experience and some classroom training, and requires 10–14 months of travel during the training period. Travel costs are covered by WM. The training location will likely differ from the permanent placement, and WM offers relocation assistance. The role combines office work with frequent field assignments in plant and field environments. Fieldwork may involve exposure to weather and other non-office conditions, climbing onto and descending from collection and support equipment, and riding equipment for many consecutive hours. Trainees may periodically work non-traditional schedules, including 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early start times. Travel may be by air or car. The targeted program start date is March 2027. Trainees complete the FOMT curriculum and required training while developing skills and working knowledge in fleet management, WM applications, equipment operation and maintenance, personnel management, financial and forecasting processes, safety, and fleet maintenance documentation. Successful completion is intended to prepare trainees for fleet manager roles.

Requirements

Accredited bachelor's degree; alternatively, an accredited high school diploma or GED and four years of relevant work experience.
Willingness to relocate within an assigned geographic area after completing the program.
Ability to travel for 10–14 months during the training period.
Ability to work non-traditional schedules periodically, including 12-hour workdays, some weekends, and early start times.
Ability to work in field conditions, including exposure to weather, and to ascend onto and descend from collection and support equipment and ride accordingly for many consecutive hours.
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 trainee program or permanent operations role.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete the FOMT curriculum and all required training through the WM Learning Management System.
Develop the skills needed to become a Fleet Manager.
Complete assigned computer-based training and participate in mandatory group training sessions.
Develop working knowledge of WM fleet and general business applications.
Learn the functionality, operation, and maintenance care of collection and support equipment, including in-shop maintenance.
Learn to manage site personnel, including non-exempt operators, through experiential work and training.
Develop understanding of financial, accounting, and forecasting processes and systems, including reporting to senior management and operating the scalehouse.
Develop a strong understanding of and dedication to the WM Safety Program, working with Corporate and local safety teams to support a safety-conscious culture.
Complete paperwork in fleet maintenance software related to vehicle repairs, parts usage, and repair times.
Participate in worksite meetings, huddles, and area mentor programs.
Perform other assigned duties, including special projects and interim management assignments.