Fleet Maintenance Manager

About the Role

The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for the management of fleet equipment at one or more locations and managing a team(s) of technicians who are responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of a fleet of up to 60 vehicles (diesel and alternative fuel).

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to all technician levels, as well as the lead technicians, in the maintenance shop and may manage a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor in a satellite maintenance shop or on another shift, assigned to his or her work group to ensure that all repair and maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• Oversee the planning and scheduling of all repair work to increase productivity, while effectively managing the department’s overtime.
• Monitor the shop’s operational performance and efficiency and take action to redirect activities as appropriate.
• Report to management on shop performance, and implement procedures for process or programmatic changes for improvement for efficiencies.
• Manage lead technicians and maintenance supervisor(s) in the maintenance shop, to include such responsibilities as overseeing daily shop huddles; fleet walks; coaching and counseling lead technician and maintenance supervisor(s) on performance and corrective action, when necessary; make hiring and termination decisions, in concert with Human Resources and appropriate management; oversee employee training and performance evaluation; evaluate, recommend and approve supervisor recommendations for merit increase, promotion and job change recommendations, as appropriate.
• Maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program for assigned locations.
• Identify trends in road calls, breakdowns; oversee maintenance of the building and other facility on site; control maintenance costs relating to personnel, purchasing, inventory control and outsourcing of repairs.
• Manage outside repair facilities and repairs to ensure all work is properly completed in accordance with the Company’s safety and compliance procedures, and federal and state regulations; follow up where appropriate.
• Identify training opportunities and, as necessary, document issues and constructively discuss corrective action, as needed, with maintenance supervisor.
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections, track issues and issue resolution to ensure all work is properly completed and is in accordance with the Company’s safety and compliance procedures, and federal and state regulations.
• Manage related administrative matters for the team, including payroll, maintain employee records, maintain records of all preventive and corrective maintenance performed, ensure the appropriate recording of all information into Dossier Maintenance Software, prepare and submit the budget for approval, set departmental goals to align with the targets and performance objectives established by the division’s leadership team.
• May require local travel.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office
• Advanced Root Cause Problem Solving
• Effective and professional communications skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to anticipate business needs and plan accordingly to ensure that equipment, employee and fiscal resources are utilized in the most efficient manner
• High level of analytical skill to develop a range of possible solutions to address a wide range of issues
• Organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate and encourage employee engagement
• Good financial management and planning skills; ability to understand financial terms, budgets, tables and reports. Ability to develop realistic, comprehensive plans to make efficient use of resources.
• Automotive Service Excellence T2 Diesel Engine, T Master Certified. T3 Drive T4 Brake T5 Suspension and Steering
• High school diploma or G.E.D. Required

Skills

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in the transportation industry which requires a thorough knowledge and application of safe working practices including OSHA Haz Com, OSHA Lock Out Tag Out, OSHA Fire Safety and other federal and state regulations.

Pay

Pay Range: The pay range for this position is $113,500.00 to $160,000.00* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired. Bonus Plan Details (if applicable): Bonus - Annual Incentive Plan Target, 20% Annual Equal Opportunity Statement: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.