Advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance on heavy equipment and vehicles
Knowledge of vehicle body control systems, including hydraulics and electrical systems
Knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems to diagnose and repair complex systems
Knowledge of welding tools to fix heavy equipment
Ability to oversee repair diagnostics on complex matters, road test vehicles, and provide coaching
Experience supervising technicians, including hiring/termination decisions, performance evaluations, coaching/counseling/training, and corrective action
Responsibilities
Supervise technician (A, B, C level, and lead) team responsible for preventive maintenance/repair of fleet (trucks - diesel and alternate fuel), machinery supporting post-collection facility, and equipment servicing container shop
Provide direction to technicians to ensure all repairs/maintenance comply with Company safety/compliance standards and federal/state regulations
Plan and schedule repair work to ensure safe, timely completion and reduce lost productivity
Monitor operational performance/efficiency and redirect activities; report to management with recommendations for improvements
Conduct daily shop huddles, fleet walks; coach/counsel/train technicians; conduct performance evaluations; make hiring/termination decisions with HR/management; evaluate for merit increases/promotions/job changes
Perform inspections of outside repairs to ensure compliance; follow up as needed
Identify training opportunities, document issues, and discuss corrective actions
Conduct Quality Control Inspections, track issues/resolutions for compliance
Oversee repair diagnostics on complex matters, provide coaching, and road test vehicles
Oversee maintenance shop inventory control to maintain equipment/parts levels within budget; review/approve expenses; refer larger ones to manager
Manage administrative matters: payroll, employee records, maintenance records in Dossier software, prepare/submit budget, set departmental goals aligning with targets/objectives