District Fleet Manager - Hawaii

WM (Waste Management); Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

WM is seeking a hands-on District Fleet Manager to lead fleet maintenance support for hauling and landfill operations in Kailua-Kona & Honolulu, HI. This on-site role guides a team of technicians and maintenance managers, uses data to identify trends, and ensures equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for daily operations.

Relocation assistance is offered for the right candidate. Heavy equipment experience is helpful, but strong leadership, communication, coaching, and collaboration are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; in lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED plus 4 years relevant experience.
• 5 years of experience in fleet management or related field.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and reliable vehicles meet operational requirements.
• Lead and coach a team of maintenance managers and technicians.
• Review capital equipment requisitions and manage asset utilization.
• Oversee maintenance shops, staffing, training, and compliance with WM standards.
• Provide input on budgets, programs, and staff development.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

WM is seeking a hands-on District Fleet Manager to lead fleet maintenance support for hauling and landfill operations in Kailua-Kona & Honolulu, HI. This newly created, on-site role will partner closely with operations, guide a team of technicians and bin department employees, use data and WM systems to identify trends and improve processes, and ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready to support daily operations. Heavy equipment or Yellow Iron experience is helpful, but strong people leadership, communication, coaching, and collaboration are key. For the right candidate, this is a unique opportunity to continue growing their fleet leadership career while enjoying the opportunity to live and work in Hawaii. Relocation assistance is offered.

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

A. 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)
• Driver's License Valid Driver's License Upon Hire

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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

PAY: The expected base pay range for this office/on-site position is $95,000 - $124,000. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful 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.

V. Benefits

• At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.
• In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more.
• Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.