Vehicle Maintenance Manager

Columbus, OH
1191 Fields Ave
Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

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.

• 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

• This position will manage 1 to 10 employees
• This position will oversee and direct other managers

• Computer skills; working knowledge of Windows applications
• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, prioritize work, and resolve problems
• 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

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
• Occasionally…