Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor - Overnight Shift

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.

Forest (OH)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc. seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor for the 11p–7a shift to lead maintenance staff and oversee repairs, safety, and quality across fleet operations. The role focuses on scheduling, inspections, and cross-functional coordination to keep services reliable.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years diesel/heavy-vehicle maintenance experience, OSHA/DOT knowledge, and strong communication skills. Training and development opportunities accompany competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

3 years performing repairs and maintenance on diesel powered, heavy vehicles, hydraulics, equipment, and related components
Waste industry experience is a plus
OSHA and DOT rules and regulations knowledge

Responsibilities

Supervise the maintenance staff, including training, scheduling work assignments, and overtime authorization, ensuring safe work per regulations and policies
Perform supervisory tasks including employee reviews, attendance tracking, and accountability
Prioritize work to meet operations needs and efficiency
Coach and mentor direct reports with SAP usage and assignments
Communicate status of fleet vehicles, containers, and equipment with management and operations
Ensure maintenance department meets quality and safety standards and conducts vehicle inspections
Review work orders and ensure parts inventory is maintained
Complete paperwork accurately and timely
Train employees to meet or exceed standards
Collaborate across functions to maintain positive relationships with customers, clients, coworkers, and managers
Conduct observations and audits to ensure safety procedures are followed
Perform road calls to repair vehicles and road test to determine repairs
Perform mechanical duties as needed
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Repair manuals

Electrical wiring

Schematics

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

SAP experience

Windows applications

Education

High School (required)

General Education Diploma (GED) (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Vehicle Maintenance Supervisors oversee the day-to-day operations of the vehicle maintenance staff at a facility. This position provides leadership and direction to maintenance staff. Supervisors coordinate and supervise maintenance work and repairs, as well as monitor safety, productivity, and quality.

Shift: 11p - 7a

Responsibilities of Position:

Supervise the maintenance staff, including training, scheduling work assignments, and authorization of overtime ensuring all work is performed in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
Perform supervisory functions including but not limited to completing employee reviews, monitoring/tracking attendance, and holding team member accountable
Prioritize work in order to meet the needs of operations and ensure efficiency
Coach and mentor direct reports with proper use of SAP programming and assignment
Regularly communicate with management, operations, and others regarding the status of fleet vehicles, containers and/or other equipment
Ensure the maintenance department maintains quality and safety standards
Perform and monitor vehicle inspections
Review work orders and ensure parts inventory is maintained appropriately
Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and timely
Train and direct employees to meet or exceed standards
Work cross functionally and maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, employees, and managers
Conduct employee observations and work audits to ensure safety and procedures are being followed
Perform road calls to repair vehicles as necessary in the event of vehicle breakdowns
Road test vehicles to determine necessary repairs as needed
Perform mechanical duties as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will manage 6-20 employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position

Familiarity with use of repair manuals, electrical wiring, and schematics necessary to troubleshoot
Attention to detail and ability to track and maintain documentation
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Computer skills; working knowledge of Windows applications, SAP a plus
Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position

3 years performing repairs and maintenance on diesel powered, heavy vehicles, hydraulics, equipment, and/or related components
Waste industry experience, a plus
Management experience preferred
Experience working with welding equipment preferred
Knowledge and understanding of OSHA and DOT rules and regulations

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday

Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
Occasionally working outside
Frequently working in changing temperatures
Continuously working in wet/humid conditions
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
Occasionally sitting
Frequently standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects

Must be at least 19 years of age
No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
Exposure to residential and commercial waste
Ability to travel between offices, as required
Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Education