Heavy Truck Maintenance Lead

Rumpke of Ohio; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Foreman at the Effingham, IL campus. You will lead the maintenance staff, perform repairs, and ensure safe, compliant operations for trucks and equipment.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of heavy-truck maintenance experience, CDL-B and DOT Medical Card preferred, with strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills. The role includes varied shifts and site-based work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years repairing and maintaining heavy trucks and diesel engines.
• Experience using repair manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics for troubleshooting.
• Waste industry experience preferred
• CDL B is preferred
• DOT Medical Card is preferred

Responsibilities

• Regularly communicate with management about vehicle status and maintenance.
• Ensure repairs follow maintenance schedules and safety standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance per company policies.
• Inspect and overhaull vehicle systems (electrical, air, hydraulics, brakes).
• Train and supervise technicians to ensure proper work execution.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in SAP.

Skills

Excellent mechanical aptitude

Safe driving ability

Carry your own tools

Computer literacy

English communication

Professional interaction

Education

General Education Diploma or higher

High School or higher

Tools

SAP

Diagnostic software

Job description

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Foreman at the Effingham, IL campus. You will lead the maintenance staff, perform repairs, and ensure safe, compliant operations for trucks and equipment.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of heavy-truck maintenance experience, CDL-B and DOT Medical Card preferred, with strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills. The role includes varied shifts and site-based work.