Fleet Maintenance Shop Lead

Republic Services, Inc.; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Health care and dependent care FSAs

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Employee discount programs

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance shop, supervise a technician team, and ensure preventive maintenance and repairs on trucks, containers, and heavy equipment are completed safely and efficiently.

The role requires strong safety knowledge, empathy for staff development, and effective work scheduling. The position emphasizes adherence to DOT/OSHA regulations, strong diagnostics, and budget/expense oversight, with opportunities to coach staff

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in maintenance working with heavy equipment.
• 1 year of supervisory experience in a lead technician role, supervisor or other management role requiring a thorough knowledge of safe working practices, DOT, OSHA and other federal and state regulations.
• Knowledge of engine, emission, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems; welding tools as needed for repairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to technicians to ensure repairs and maintenance are performed safely, efficiently and timely.
• Monitor performance and efficiency; report to management and recommend improvements.
• Conduct daily shop huddles, fleet walks, training, evaluations and performance reviews.
• Oversee inventory control and budget adherence; approve expenses within authority; coordinate major repairs with management.
• Perform Quality Control inspections and road tests as needed to verify proper repairs.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

ASE Certification T3 Drive

ASE T4 Brake

ASE T5 Suspension and Steering

ASE T6 Electrical/Electronic

ASE T7 HVAC Systems

ASE T2 Diesel Engine

ASE Master Certified

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance shop, supervise a technician team, and ensure preventive maintenance and repairs on trucks, containers, and heavy equipment are completed safely and efficiently.

The role requires strong safety knowledge, empathy for staff development, and effective work scheduling. The position emphasizes adherence to DOT/OSHA regulations, strong diagnostics, and budget/expense oversight, with opportunities to coach staff