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.