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 Certificate preferred. 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.
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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