Fleet Assoc Leader

PepsiCo Inc.; Hanwell Rural Community; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive culture

Sustainability goals

Professional growth

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. in Hanwell, NB is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to lead a large fleet of commercial vehicles, trailers, forklifts, and related equipment.

You will oversee daily maintenance, manage technicians across multiple locations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with MOT, OSHA, and EPA standards. This role focuses on maximizing uptime, reducing costs, developing preventive maintenance plans, coordinating with external vendors, and implementing new fleet shop

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in heavy equipment or fleet maintenance.
• 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience with MOT, OSHA, EPA guidelines preferred.
• CDL a strong plus and bilingual candidate.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5+ mechanics and technicians across multiple locations.
• Develop maintenance schedules and procedures to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and major overhauls for the fleet.
• Ensure compliance with MOT, OSHA, EPA and emissions standards.
• Monitor KPIs and drive data-informed improvements.
• Manage parts inventory, vendor relationships, and repair budgets.
• Coordinate with operations to prioritize repairs and fleet availability.
• Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and quality inspections.
• Utilize CMMS and fleet management software to track work orders and history.
• Foster safety, accountability, and teamwork; explore new fleet shop locations.
• Travel throughout Eastern Quebec and the Atlantic provinces.

Skills

Fleet maintenance leadership

Team management

Preventive maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Data-driven decision making

Budgeting

Vendor management

CMMS software

Road safety

Tools

Geotab

Infor EAM

MS Office

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.

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.