Fleet Maintenance Manager-Waste and Recycling

About the Company

The company is a locally owned and operated residential waste collection company serving the Washington, DC region. They have built a reputation for dependable service, community focus, and operational excellence.

As a growing organization, the company values safety, accountability, and long-term employee commitment. The company continues to invest in its people, equipment, and infrastructure to support reliable waste and recycling services throughout its service area.

The company is seeking an experienced Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of fleet maintenance operations. This individual will be responsible for ensuring fleet safety, regulatory compliance, equipment reliability, and cost-effective maintenance practices across the organization.

The Fleet Maintenance Manager will lead a team of mechanics and technicians, enforce safety standards, manage shop operations, and serve as a key partner in budgeting and financial planning. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader with prior experience in the waste industry who understands the operational demands of refuse and recycling fleets.

• Enforcing and maintaining a comprehensive fleet safety program
• Leading, mentoring, and fostering collaboration across the maintenance team
• Ensuring mechanics and technicians are properly trained, supported, and developed
• Maintaining compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and standards
• Overseeing preventive maintenance programs, repairs, and equipment uptime
• Managing parts inventory, purchasing, and vendor pricing
• Assigning and scheduling work for shop personnel
• Coordinating and managing outside vendors for external repairs when required
• Training technicians in diagnostics and advanced repair techniques
• Personally testing vehicles to troubleshoot issues and verify completed repairs
• Supporting monthly financial projections and annual maintenance budgeting
• Managing departmental expenses and keeping costs within approved budgets

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior experience within the waste and recycling industry is strongly preferred
• Leadership
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven ability to manage and lead fleet maintenance teams
• Technical Expertise:Strong understanding of refuse trucks, heavy‑duty equipment, and fleet maintenance operations
• Regulatory Knowledge:Familiarity with DOT, OSHA, and other applicable fleet and safety regulations
• Operational
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Experience with preventive maintenance programs
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities
  • Ability to manage vendor relationships and parts inventory
• Education &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Not required; relevant technical training or certifications are a plus
• Management
  
  Skills:
  
  Budget oversight, cost control, and financial accountability experience preferred

• Competitive base salary of $150,000 – $175,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long‑term career stability with a locally owned, growing organization
• Opportunity to lead and shape fleet maintenance operations within a respected waste company