District Fleet Manager

WM; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

WM in Redding, CA is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment and drive profitability through effective management of fleet and maintenance activities. You will supervise maintenance managers, ensure adherence to safety standards, and optimize asset utilization.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5 years in fleet/transportation management, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, or HS Diploma/GED with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• 5 years of relevant experience beyond education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance across the area with cost focus.
• Lead maintenance managers; ensure performance and training.
• Review capital equipment requisitions per corporate guidelines.
• Ensure effective use of vehicle assets and fleet management systems.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and WM Mission to Zero standards.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Vendor management

Fleet/Transportation mgmt

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree (accredited)

HS Diploma or GED + 4 years experience

Tools

Fleet management software

Vehicle management systems

Job description

Job Summary

Manages the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment, and continually focuses on achieving market base profitability through effective management of all fleet and maintenance activities within the assigned area, including cost control, management development, and high training and safety standards.

Location

Redding, CA

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.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of Degree, a High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant experience.
  • 5 years previous experience (in addition to education requirements).
  • Valid Driver’s License upon hire.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in Fleet or Transportation Management.
  • Leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and vendor management.

Physical Requirements

The job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay and Benefits

Base pay range: $95,000 - $105,000. Salary may vary depending on relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability.
• Stock purchase plan.
• 401(k) company matching.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.