Fleet Maintenance Manager

Fleet Maintenance Manager – Green Waste

Location:

375 Industrial Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076. Limited job-related travel may be required.

Base Pay Range: $/yr – $/yr

Reports To:

General Manager.

FLSA Status:
Exempt.

Green Waste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Green Waste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry.

We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees.

Green Waste is seeking to fill the position of Fleet Maintenance Manager to provide support to one or more facilities. This role’s main function is managing the activities associated with the fleet maintenance department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing the maintenance department and shop personnel, overseeing diagnosis and repair of the Green Waste fleet, ensuring safety and security of the shop and fleet, and providing management and direction of the shop staff.

The position is also responsible for administrative duties including safety training, technical training, parts procurement, inventory management, fuel inventory and procurement, assets and asset repair tracking through the fleet maintenance program.

• Manages the daily work and safety of all staff engaged in fleet maintenance and repair.
• Monitors work schedules including extra workdays and shifts as needed.
• Coordinates required processes and repairs with other departments as necessary.
• Ensures the proper scheduling of truck maintenance and repairs, along with compliance of regulated and non‑regulated inspections.
• Ensures fleet is in proper working order.
• Ensures implementation of company safety programs.
• Looks at efficiency ideas, cost‑reduction measures, and assists with the implementation of changes within fleet maintenance.
• Manages the fuel deliveries, fuel islands and related reports.
• Works with drivers and the operations team to maintain a strong relationship between departments.
• Preserves staff relations and morale through regular pre‑shift kickoff meetings, and servant leadership.
• Listens and responds to ideas to improve staff engagement and inclusion.
• Schedules educational trainings and certification courses for maintenance personnel.
• Provides a daily “Out of service report”.
• Maintains parts department inventory levels to operational needs.
• Responsible for purchasing and maintaining shop equipment and diagnostic programs.
• Responsible for hiring all technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work well with other employees in a team environment and communicate to ensure safety.
• Strong multitasking, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of DOT, Hazmat, out‑of‑service criteria and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals.
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with co‑workers and drivers, demonstrating good teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Computer‑literate with good PC skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum 5 years of fleet operation and maintenance experience. Experience with refuse/collection equipment a plus.
• Prior experience with management/supervisor role required.
• Class A or B commercial license preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain co‑worker relationships.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

• Proficiency in English and/or Spanish.