Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor - Second Shift

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Vehicle Maintenance Supervisors oversee the day-to-day operations of vehicle maintenance staff at a facility, providing leadership and direction. They coordinate and supervise maintenance work and repairs, and monitor safety, productivity, and quality. The role supervises a team of 6–20 employees and includes performing mechanical duties as needed, road calls, and vehicle road tests. The scheduled shift is 2 p.m. to midnight, with flexibility in start time. The position may require nights, weekends, overtime, holidays, and availability for 24-hour emergency calls.

Requirements

At least 3 years performing repairs and maintenance on diesel-powered heavy vehicles, hydraulics, equipment, and/or related components.
Familiarity with repair manuals, electrical wiring, and schematics for troubleshooting.
Attention to detail and ability to track and maintain documentation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer skills and working knowledge of Windows applications; SAP is a plus.
Ability to read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.
Knowledge and understanding of OSHA and DOT rules and regulations.
At least 19 years of age.
No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
No DUI or OVI within the last 5 years, or 2 in the last 10 years.
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 English.

Nice To Haves

Waste industry experience.
Management experience.
Experience working with welding equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance staff, including training, scheduling work assignments, and authorizing overtime, while ensuring work complies with safety practices, regulations, and company policies.
Complete employee reviews, monitor and track attendance, and hold team members accountable.
Prioritize work to meet operational needs and promote efficiency.
Coach and mentor direct reports in the proper use of SAP programming and assignment.
Communicate with management, operations, and others about the status of fleet vehicles, containers, and other equipment.
Ensure the maintenance department meets quality and safety standards.
Perform and monitor vehicle inspections.
Review work orders and ensure parts inventory is maintained appropriately.
Ensure paperwork is completed accurately and on time.
Train and direct employees to meet or exceed standards.
Work cross-functionally and communicate in a manner that promotes positive relationships with customers, clients, coworkers, employees, and managers.
Conduct employee observations and work audits to ensure safety and procedures are followed.
Perform road calls to repair vehicles when breakdowns occur.
Road test vehicles as needed to determine necessary repairs.
Perform mechanical duties as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.