Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Republic Services; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dependent care spending accounts

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance & AD&D

EAP

Employee discounts

401(k) match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to lead a technician team in a busy shop. You will supervise preventive maintenance and repairs for trucks, containers, and heavy equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards on site and in transit.

You will plan workloads, coach technicians, manage inventory and expenses, and coordinate with management to implement process improvements. A strong background in ASE certifications and regulatory compliance is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required and ASE certifications are preferred.
• Experience in heavy equipment maintenance and supervisory roles is expected.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and federal/state regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a technician team to perform preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Plan and schedule repair work for safe, timely execution and efficiency.
• Conduct shop huddles, performance coaching, and training as needed.
• Inspect outside repairs and ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Manage shop inventory, budget and approvals for expenditures.
• Oversee diagnostics, road testing, and summary reporting to management.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance supervision

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance planning

Budgeting

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE Master Certified

ASE T2 Diesel Engine

ASE T3 Drive

ASE T4 Brake

ASE T5 Suspension and Steering

ASE T6 Electrical/Electronic

ASE T7 HVAC Systems

Tools

Dossier Maintenance Software

Job description

**POSITION SUMMARY:** The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising a maintenance shop that is under the umbrella responsibility of a Maintenance Manager. The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor’s responsibilities include supervising a technician (mechanic) team responsible for preventive maintenance/repair of a fleet; machinery that supports a post-collection facility; repair/maintenance of equipment that services the container shop; and providing direction to technicians to ensure that all repairs/maintenance to equipment (trucks -- diesel and alternate fuel, containers and other heavy duty equipment) are performed in compliance with Company safety and compliance standards, and with all federal and state regulations. The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for planning and scheduling repair work for the work group to ensure that all work is done in a safe and timely manner, reducing lost productivity. **PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Provide direction to A, B and C level, and lead technicians assigned to work group to ensure that all repair and maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient and timely manner.* Monitor operational performance and efficiency and take action to redirect activities appropriately.* Report to management on performance; make recommendations for process/programmatic changes for improvement or efficiencies.* Supervise technicians in maintenance shop, including such responsibilities as conducting daily shop huddles; fleet walks; coaching/counseling/ training lead technician and all technician levels on performance/corrective action, when necessary; make hiring/termination decisions in concert with Human Resources and appropriate management; conduct employee training and performance evaluations; evaluate and make recommendations for merit increase, promotion and job changes, as appropriate.* Perform inspections of outside repairs to ensure all work was properly completed in accordance with Company’s safety and compliance procedures and federal and state regulations; follow up where appropriate.* Identify training opportunities and, as necessary, document issues and constructively discuss corrective action, as needed, with technician.* Conduct Quality Control Inspections, track issues and resolution to ensure all work is properly completed in accordance with Company’s safety and compliance procedures and federal and state regulations.* Oversee repair diagnostics on more complex matters and provide coaching, where necessary; may be required to road test vehicles to determine necessary repairs.* Oversee maintenance shop inventory control system to ensure necessary equipment and parts levels are maintained and purchases are within budget. Review and approve expenses that are within scope of approval level; refer larger expenses or major repairs to manager as appropriate.* Maintain advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions on heavy equipment and vehicles used by Company, on site and on the road, including: engine chassis repair and maintenance; knowledge of vehicle body control systems, including hydraulics and electrical systems to maintain and repair vehicles in a timely and safe manner; knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems to effectively diagnose and repair complex heating and cooling systems in vehicles in a timely and safe manner; and knowledge of welding tools to fix heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure equipment is back in an operable condition as quickly and as safely as possible.* Manage related administrative matters for team, including payroll, maintenance of employee records, records of all preventive and corrective maintenance performed, recording of all information into Dossier Maintenance Software, prepare and submit budget for approval, set departmental goals to align with targets and performance objectives established by division’s leadership.**QUALIFICATIONS:*** High school diploma or G.E.D.* Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification* T3 Drive.* T4 Brake.* T5 Suspension and Steering.* T6 Electrical/Electronic.* T7 HVAC Systems.* ASE T2 Diesel Engine.* ASE T Master Certified.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:*** 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.**Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):****Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • 401(k) plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).• Paid Time Off (PTO)• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits*The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.*