Fleet Manager

The Fleet Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of the fleet operation in Elizabeth, PA, overseeing a fleet of approximately 35–45 primary and secondary units and leading a team of 4–5 direct reports.

This role manages all fleet maintenance, repair, compliance, and asset utilization activities while ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.

The Fleet Manager continually focuses on achieving market-based profitability through effective planning, budgeting, and control of fleet-related expenses.

include overseeing preventative maintenance programs, vendor relationships, inventory management, equipment lifecycle planning, and regulatory compliance with all DOT, OSHA, and company standards.

The position plays a key role in driving equipment availability, minimizing downtime, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the overall success of the business.

In addition, the Fleet Manager is responsible for developing and coaching fleet personnel, promoting a strong safety culture, and ensuring high standards of training and performance.

The ideal candidate is a results-driven leader with strong mechanical knowledge, financial acumen, and the ability to build a high-performing team while delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers.

• Ensures safe and reliable vehicles are available to meet operational requirements. Conducts fleet evaluations to ensure maintenance standards are met.
• Manages maintenance managers to ensure performance and cost focus across the area.
• Reviews capital equipment requisitions in line with Corporate guidelines and objectives.
• Manages effective utilization of vehicle assets.
• Ensures maintenance shops are adequately staffed and mechanics are properly trained.
• Ensures vehicle management systems are effectively utilized.
• Complies with and ensures adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Meets all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion.
• Assists in budget process as required.
• Assists in creating a positive team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.
• Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the maintenance shops through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
• Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, and training staff and maintenance managers, and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Motivates, coaches, counsels and disciplines managers according to WM’s policies and procedures and ensures that maintenance managers are in compliance with the standards in their administration of counseling and disciplinary steps.
• Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.

A.

• Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of Degree, a High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant experience
• 5 years previous experience (in addition to education requirements)
• Driver's License Valid Driver's License Upon Hire

B.

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. ☒ Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.

In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more.

Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.

Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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