Vehicle Maintenance Manager

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Columbus, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Vehicle Maintenance Managers are responsible for the management of the vehicle maintenance staff at assigned facilities. This position manages the facilities' maintenance function in order to maintain a safe, reliable, and cost-effective fleet of vehicles and/or equipment, and an adequate supply of containers. Managers hire, train, coach, evaluate, counsel, and manage the performance of the maintenance staff with an emphasis on safety and productivity.

Requirements

Computer skills; working knowledge of Windows applications
Must be able to work independently, make decisions, prioritize work, and resolve problems
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Ability to understand and use repair manuals, electrical wiring, and schematics necessary to troubleshoot
Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire teams
3 - 5 years of previous management experience
3 - 5 years performing repairs and maintenance on diesel-powered, heavy vehicles, hydraulics, equipment, and related components preferred
Knowledge and understanding of OSHA and DOT rules and regulations
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

Responsibilities

Manages the maintenance staff, including hiring, training, scheduling work assignments, performance managing, disciplining, and authorizing overtime ensuring all work is performed in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
Proactively regularly communicates with operations and others regarding the status of fleet vehicles, containers and/or other equipment
Controls maintenance costs relating to personnel, purchasing, inventory control, and outsourcing of repairs and works with controller to participate in budget process
Analyzes trends in road calls, equipment breakdowns, and shop hours; takes appropriate action to address immediate issues and implements preventative procedures to reduce recurring issues
Maintains an ongoing preventive maintenance program to ensure vehicle safety and operating efficiency
Trains and directs employees to improve shop productivity
Monitors and enforces quality and safety standards and ensures all compliance goals are met or exceeded
Ensures completion of daily duties and ensures that all productivity goals are met or exceeded
Performs and conducts performance evaluations, monitors and tracks employee attendance, and completes disciplinary actions/meetings
Works cross-functionally to maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, coworkers, employees, and managers
Maintains accurate and organized maintenance, compliance, and operational records to ensure regulatory compliance and support efficient shop operations
Assists with thorough investigations of vehicle accidents, equipment damage, and workplace injuries to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
Conducts employee observations to ensure all procedures are being followed
Prepares, analyzes, and presents accurate, timely operational reports, maintenance metrics, and performance data to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement
Performs other duties as assigned