Manager, Fleet Field Support

WM; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days

Job summary

A leading waste and environmental services provider in Michigan is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee a full fleet of equipment. The role involves coaching and developing field managers, conducting site assessments, and supporting fleet maintenance initiatives. Qualified candidates should possess a High School Diploma and a valid driver's license, with 5 years of experience in relevant industries preferred. The position requires travel within the Great Lakes area and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 5 years of relevant work experience in related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full fleet of primary and secondary equipment.
• Coach and develop field-based Fleet Managers.
• Perform site assessments and audits for maintenance improvements.
• Communicate findings to the Group Fleet Director and management.
• Support Fleet Maintenance Initiatives and provide field communications.

Job description

WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities, and waste‑based energy production projects.

Job Summary

Manages the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment, in alignment with corporate objectives, as required for designated projects.

Travel: This role will travel 2‑3 weeks out of the month within the Great Lakes Area (MI, OH, IN).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coaches and develops field‑based Fleet Managers to ensure knowledge transfer on key business processes.
• Performs site assessments/audits (at the direction of the Group Fleet Director) to assist the site in identifying maintenance performance improvement opportunities.
• Communicates facility support observations, findings, and corrective action issues to the Group Fleet Director, Corporate Management, and support field staff, as needed.
• Travel, as required, to support Fleet Maintenance Initiatives (estimated 40 weeks annually).
• Provide field communications between all levels of management for the Field Support staff.
• Support COMPASS activity. Serve as support resource between corporate and field staff.
• Champions a customer‑focused, results‑oriented, safe culture inside and outside the Fleet/Maintenance organization.
• Acts as an internal consultant and advisor to leadership in assigned geographic area.
• Maintains a demonstrated competency in the areas of fleet management, asset utilization, process implementation, process improvement, root cause analysis, customer service, training, personnel development, and capital/expense management.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant work experience in the refuse industry, automotive industry, trucking industry, or military maintenance background (in addition to the education requirement).

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.

• Repetitive motions
• Eye/hand/foot coordination
• Sitting
• Talking
• Hearing

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401(k), and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.