Position Responsibilities:
* Ensures adherence to the corporate safety program.
* Fosters collaboration between and among personnel.
* Ensure adequate training of mechanics, preventative maintenance mechanics.
* Ensure location is in compliance with all regulatory agencies and statutes.
* Ensure proper completion of repair orders by all technicians.
* Responsible for the control of inventory and maintenance of equipment.
* Trains and assists Mechanics on methods for diagnosing and repairing vehicles and equipment.
* Schedules or assigns work to Mechanics, PM Mechanics or other Maintenance Shop personnel.
* Coordinates and/or transports vehicles to outside service for repairs, as needed.
* Tests vehicles to troubleshoot problems and/or tests repairs to ensure proper and safe completion.
* Makes emergency road calls to repair trucks.
* Communicates regularly with the Division Maintenance Manager.
* Assists in monthly financial projections and annual budget.
* Responsible for maintaining department's costs within budget
Knowledge and Skills:
* Must have ability to plan, budget, schedule, and supervise multiple projects from concept to completion.
* Must have excellent working knowledge of DOT compliance requirements.
* Must have ability to motivate staff to meet corp., region, division, and district objectives.
* Must have excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills and ability to achieve cost effective solutions.
Requirements:
* 5+ years mechanic experience with truck, light or heavy equipment maintenance and repair. (Waste industry experience desired)
* Ability to train and motivate staff a must.
* Knowledge of air brake, hydraulic and electrical systems.
* Trade or Technical School Certificatepreferred. High School or Equivalent required.
* Holds or ability to certify for CDL within 90 days of start date.
* Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.