Advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems of heavy equipment and vehicles
Advanced engine chassis repair and maintenance expertise
Advanced knowledge of vehicle body control systems, including hydraulics and electrical systems
Advanced knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems for diagnosis and repair
Advanced knowledge of welding tools for heavy equipment repairs
Responsibilities
Oversee up to 5+ maintenance shops and manage multiple teams of technicians, maintenance supervisors, and/or other maintenance managers for preventive maintenance and repair of 91+ trucks (diesel and alternate fuel), machinery, supporting 3 post-collection facilities and 3 container shops
Provide direction to on-site technicians and technician supervisors, and leadership to maintenance supervisors or managers, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely repair/maintenance work; reallocate resources among sites as needed
Oversee coordination, planning, and scheduling of all repair work to increase productivity while managing department overtime
Monitor shops' operational performance and efficiency; redirect activities, report to management on performance, and implement procedures for process/programmatic improvements
Oversee daily shop huddles, fleet walk-arounds; coach and counsel lead technicians and maintenance supervisors on performance and corrective action; make hiring/termination decisions with HR and management; oversee employee training and performance evaluations
Maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program for all shops; identify trends in road calls and breakdowns; oversee maintenance of buildings and facilities; control costs related to personnel, purchasing, inventory, and outsourcing
Perform inspections of outside repairs and maintenance to ensure compliance with company safety procedures and federal/state regulations; follow up, identify training opportunities, document issues, and discuss corrective actions
Accountable for scheduled Quality Control Inspections; track issues and resolutions to ensure compliance
Manage related management and administrative matters, including payroll and maintenance of employee records, records of preventive and corrective maintenance