Fleet Maintenance Manager

Burrtec Waste & Recycling, Inc. is a well-established refuse and recycling collection company serving over fifteen municipalities throughout Southern California and employing over 1000 full-time employees. Burrtec continues to grow through co. acquisitions and successful bid proposals. Burrtec is a family-owned company that firmly believes the key element to our success is knowing how important each employee is in the organization. We have the following position at our Coachella Hauling division:

Fleet Maintenance Manager

The Fleet Maintenance Manager will oversee and ensure all maintenance programs are executed in an efficient, safe, and economical manner by providing leadership and guidance to Operations Management, by planning and developing procedures to improve the quality and efficiency to optimally utilize resources while minimizing costs. Responsible for the overall productivity, safety of all maintenance personnel and the lawful operating condition of company vehicles. Position will also include oversight and adherence of the Maintenance SOP.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Effective support management of all fleet and maintenance activities, including cost control, management development and safety standards.
• Fosters collaboration between and among division personnel.
• Supports Division Management to ensure performance and cost management throughout the company.
• Manage scheduled preventive maintenance requirements for all equipment
• Support two satellite sites with all maintenance requirements
• Knowledge of Yellow Iron equipment maintenance and repairs
• Leverages purchasing volume and researches and negotiates best prices on parts or repairs from Vendors.
• Supervisory responsibilities for maintenance personnel including supervisor, night lead and parts clerk. Palm Desert location has output of approximately 80 routes.
• Conduct fleet evaluations to ensure maintenance standards are met and are in compliance with all regulatory agencies including DOT, OSHA, COUNTY ENVIROMENTAL HEALTH, C.A.R.B., SWPPP and CUPA.
• Supports Division Management to ensure any issues with maintenance, contracts and warranty work with vendors is addressed and resolved.
• Assists in the development and leadership of short-and-long-range planning activities covering all aspects of Fleet Maintenance operations.
• Ensures vehicle management systems are effectively utilized.
• Ensures the cleanliness, maintenance and organization of the maintenance shop through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
• Supports management in the personnel needs of the maintenance department including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into hiring, termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among all employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Manage employee schedules based on business needs including PTO
• Other duties as assigned or needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Supervisory skills to include the ability to coach, train and motivate subordinates to reach established goals
• Effective written and communication skills
• Have proven ability to run and evaluate reports.
• Be able to objectively assess performance and listen carefully to all team members
• Management skills to include strategic plan development, decision making abilities and program implementation
• Ability to prioritize and handle numerous tasks simultaneously
• Have excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Be able to learn and have excellent working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, HAZMAT, C.A.R.B., SWPPP and CUPA compliance requirements.
• Ability to foster a work environment based on teamwork and open communication.
• Ability to work well under pressure while assisting a wide variety of customers (both internal and external) while fostering relationships with key vendor contacts
• Administer progressive discipline in a fair and consistent manner
• Ensure compliance with all safety and health laws and regulations
• Ensures shop personnel are properly trained by scheduling employees to appropriate training schools or arranging in-house training seminars as needed

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 7-years management experience in a service driven environment
• Able to effectively demonstrate past management of supervisory staff and hourly employees
• Industry experience a plus, Dealership service management also welcomed
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel
• Valid California Drivers License

We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefits package including 401k and 100% paid medical/dental/life insurance and holidays/vacation/PSL

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person