Maintenance Manager

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discounted Stock Program

401K

Employee Awards

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Incentive

Tuition Assistance

Career Pathways

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Manager who will oversee preventative maintenance and repairs of fleet vehicles, direct a team of diesel technicians, and implement maintenance policies to ensure compliance with company, federal and state regulations.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on problem solving, and excellent communication to drive safety, efficiency, and cost control across on-site shops, while coordinating with vendors and ensuring timely, quality service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience and 3 years leadership experience.
• Familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Ability to train and develop technicians.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repairs of fleet vehicles and direct on-site technicians.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate repair work to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Provide hands-on maintenance guidance and training for technicians.
• Maintain preventative maintenance programs and monitor costs related to personnel and parts.
• Ensure repairs comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Team-oriented

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Safety training certifications (OSHA/DOT) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS (maintenance software)

Job description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager oversees preventative maintenance and repairs of fleet vehicles, provides direction of a team of diesel technicians, implements monitoring maintenance policies and procedures and ensures all repairs are performed in compliance with all company, federal and state regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides direction to on-site technicians and provides direction to ensure that all repairs and maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• Oversees coordination, planning and scheduling of all repair work to increase productivity while effectively monitoring the shops operational performance and efficiency.
• Provides hands on maintenance assistance and training as needed to ensure opportunity for personal and professional growth to all technicians.
• Maintains an ongoing preventative maintenance programto set the standard for service excellenceand identifies trends in road calls and break downs; controls maintenance costs relating to personnel, purchasing, inventory control and outsourcing of repairs.
• Performs inspections of outside repairs and maintenance to ensure all work is properly completed in accordance with Company safety and compliance procedures and federal and state regulations.
• Maintains advanced knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems of company vehicles.
• Manages professional business relationships with external vendors and maintains knowledge of all equipment warranties.
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills and ensures compliance with all applicable corporate, federal state rules and regulations by communicating clear goals and providing coaching and developmentopportunitiesthat ensure employees achieve thenecessaryskills and organizational results.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will be self-directed and driven to take initiate, have a High School Diploma or GED and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. It is preferred that the candidate has relevant certifications in safety training and in techniques for process improvements.5 or more years experience along with 3 years of leadership experience are required.

Commitment to creating and maintaining a safe working environment and knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations is vital.Strong problem-solving skills,excellentverbal and written and communication skillsand strong customer service orientationarerequired.Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office applications is preferred.

Attributes

Organized, team-oriented individual who is dependable, demonstrates leadership skills,is able toprioritize, work in a fast-paced environment and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounted Stock Program
• 401K
• Employee Awards
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Wellness Incentive
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Pathways
• and More.