Fleet Assoc Leader

PepsiCo Inc.; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive culture

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of technicians across multiple locations, overseeing maintenance of light to heavy duty commercial vehicles, trailers, forklifts, and material handling equipment.

You will develop maintenance programs, manage vendors, and ensure compliance with MOT, OSHA, EPA, and safety standards while driving uptime and cost efficiency. Travel across Eastern Quebec and the Atlantic Provinces is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in heavy equipment and fleet maintenance
• 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead mechanic role
• Experience with large-scale shop implementation and enhancements
• Familiarity with MOT regulations, EPA guidelines, and fleet software

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a 5+ technician team across multiple locations
• Develop strong relationships with 3rd party maintenance and vendors
• Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and major overhauls
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules to maximize reliability and minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with MOT, OSHA, EPA, and safety protocols
• Monitor KPIs (MTTR, MTBF, cost per mile, PM costs) and drive improvements
• Manage parts inventory, vendor relations, and repair budgets
• Coordinate with operations to prioritize repairs and fleet availability
• Conduct regular safety audits and toolbox talks
• Utilize fleet management software to track work orders and compliance
• Foster safety, accountability, learning, and teamwork
• Assess operations for internal vs external workflows; potential new shop locations
• Travel required throughout Eastern Quebec and Atlantic provinces

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Supervisory experience

Fleet management

Project management

Education

ASE certifications

CDL preferred

Bilingual

Tools

Geotab

Infor EAM

Job description

Overview

As the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, you will play a critical leadership role in maintaining a large fleet of light to heavy duty Commercial Vehicles, trailers, forklifts, and other material handling equipment. You will oversee daily maintenance operations, manage a team of technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards. This is a key position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maximizing uptime and minimizing costs. Additional responsibilities will involve expanding our maintenance/shop footprint within the marketplace and reconceptualize our footprint and capabilities within Eastern Quebec and the Atlantic Provinces.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole self to work
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5+ (with a desire to grow) mechanics and technicians, including scheduling, performance evaluations, training, and professional development across multiple locations.
• Develop a strong relationship with our 3rd Party maintenance and external vendors
• Oversee all preventive maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and major overhauls for our varied fleet of commercial vehicles, gas & diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and material handling equipment.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Ensure strict compliance with MOT, OSHA, EPA, and other federal/provincial regulations, including emissions standards and safety protocols.
• Monitor key performance metrics (e.g., MTTR, MTBF, cost per mile, PM compliance and costs) and drive data-informed improvements.
• Manage parts inventory, vendor relationships, and repair budgets to control costs effectively.
• Coordinate with operations teams to prioritize repairs and support fleet availability.
• Conduct regular safety audits, toolbox talks, and quality inspections.
• Utilize fleet management software and CMMS systems to track work orders, history, and compliance documentation.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Project management – Assess current operations and determine optimal internal vs external workflow; potential to set up new fleet shop locations.
• Travel Required throughout Eastern Quebec and the Atlantic provinces

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in heavy equipment and commercial fleet maintenance.
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead mechanic role.
• Project Management – Experience with large scale shop implementation and enhancements.
• Strong technical knowledge of gas & diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, transmissions, and material handling equipment (forklifts, reach trucks, etc.).
• Proven ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Familiarity with MOT regulations, ASE certifications, and EPA guidelines preferred.
• Experience with fleet management software (e.g., EAM Infor or similar, Geotab) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL a strong plus.
• Bilingual candidate.

Careers to Smile About:

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.