District Fleet Manager - Heavy Equipment - Military Veterans

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Overview
The District Fleet Manager (DFM) manages the full fleet of approximately 23 pieces of heavy equipment (yellow iron) at our Simi Valley Landfill, in alignment with corporate objectives. This position will have oversight of 5-6 direct reports.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years' experience in both management and heavy equipment repairs; must be a strong leader with solid people management experience, be able to coach and mentor employees, while having sufficient knowledge and experience in heavy equipment repairs to provide guidance as needed.

*** Relocation assistance available***

This position is located in Simi Valley, CA, however we are open to candidates from any location and offer relocation assistance.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures safe and reliable vehicles are available to meet operational requirements. Conducts fleet evaluations to ensure maintenance standards are met.

Manages maintenance managers to ensure performance and cost focus across the area.

Reviews capital equipment requisitions in line with Corporate guidelines and objectives.

Manages effective utilization of vehicle assets.

Ensures maintenance shops are adequately staffed and mechanics are properly trained.

Ensures vehicle management systems are effectively utilized.

Complies with and ensures adherence to WM's Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.

Meets all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion.

Assists in budget process as required.

Assists in creating a positive team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.

Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the maintenance shops through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs.

Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, and training staff and maintenance managers, and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

Motivates, coaches, counsels and disciplines managers according to WM's policies and procedures and ensures that maintenance managers are in compliance with the standards in their administration of counseling and disciplinary steps.

Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.

III. Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree(accredited), or in lieu of Degree, a High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant experience required.
Experience: 5 years previous experience (in addition to education requirements) required.

IV. Work Environment

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 per year. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply".

ABOUT US

ABOUT WM
WM (WM.com) is North America's largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America - where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

ABOUT THE TEAM

WM Leaders are a critical part of our People First culture. The proud, caring and resilient members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We commit to taking care of each other, our customers, our communities and the environment. We are Leaders in Sustainability & Environmental Solutions.

WM is more than just managing waste. We're industry leaders helping people and organizations achieve their sustainability goals, and We Are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.