Vice President of Fleet Maintenance Operations

The Vice President of Fleet Maintenance oversees all maintenance activities across Operations. This includes planning, organizing, and implementing functions associated with the maintenance and reliability of heavy to light refuse vehicles, plant equipment, operational facilities, and heavy construction equipment. The Vice President of Fleet Maintenance is responsible for ensuring the effective operation of maintenance departments throughout the organization. This position provides leadership and direction to managers overseeing truck maintenance, plant maintenance and processing systems, fleet support services, technical services, non-revenue vehicles, and operational facilities, ensuring department functions meet internal and external customer needs. The role collaborates closely with Division Vice Presidents, Fleet Maintenance Managers, and other support leaders as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Achieve departmental goals and objectives; monitor progress and report results to Executive Vice Presidents, implementing corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure that all maintenance systems and equipment are fully functional and properly serviced.
• Ensure sufficient vehicles and equipment are maintained and available to meet daily operational needs.
• Implement quality control measures and develop systems to ensure compliance with maintenance procedures and safety standards.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of refuse vehicles, heavy equipment, and plant operational systems, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements.
• Take overall responsibility for the maintenance and repair of essential waste equipment, including but not limited to: refuse trucks, tractors and trailers, heavy equipment (CAT), and plant operational equipment.
• Manage department budgets; support the development of annual maintenance budgets, capital projects, and equipment goals.
• Monitor expenses and ensure they remain within approved parameters.
• Coordinate maintenance projects and activities with internal departments to ensure needs and expectations are met, adjusting plans as required.
• Ensure each department manager maintains activity plans, SOPs, budgets, and test plans as required by regulatory agencies.
• Verify that all safety certification and compliance requirements are met.
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with safety, security, cleanliness, environmental, and HAZMAT regulations.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public.
• Promote safety awareness and ensure adherence to all safety procedures and policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in Fleet Maintenance management
• Strong customer service and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office and web-based applications
• 5+ years of experience managing budgets and P&L responsibility
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Trade School Certificate in Diesel Technology
• Waste industry experience
• Lean management and Six Sigma background
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Physical: Sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking & smelling continuously; Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, calculating, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously; Eye/hand coordination, fingering (typing), handling, & wrist motion continuously; Standing, & walking frequently; Bending, reaching, & stretching occasionally.
• Environmental: Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, & noise occasionally; Exposure to grease, oil, chemicals, & wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions occasionally; Works inside and outside.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K, Profit Sharing, Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran.