The Area Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight, maintenance, lifecycle management, and operational readiness of a diverse fleet of heavy-duty diesel and CNG refuse vehicles as well as heavy construction equipment. This role ensures maximum uptime, regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and safe operation across all fleet and asset categories,
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, hands-on diagnostic experience, and proven leadership in managing complex fleets within the waste, recycling, construction, or heavy industrial sectors. This role will require 50% travel time annually.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Fleet & Equipment Oversight- Partner with site management to ensure all preventive and corrective maintenance programs for diesel and CNG refuse collection trucks, as well as heavy construction equipment (yellow iron), are properly implemented and followed.
- Audit adherence to preventive-maintenance schedules and ensure all work is accurately documented in the fleet management system (FMS/CMMS) in alignment with OEM requirements.
- Monitor equipment condition, lifecycle, and utilization data to drive repair vs. replace decisions and capital planning.
CNG Systems & Alternative Fuel Compliance- Direct maintenance and inspection of CNG fuel systems in accordance with NFPA 52, OEM standards, and applicable state/federal regulations.
- Coordinate with CNG fueling station operators on infrastructure maintenance, safety, and system uptime.
- Ensure CNG technicians hold required certifications and training is current.
People Leadership- Collaborate with site management to recruit, develop, coach, and retain shop supervisors, lead technicians, and maintenance staff across multiple locations.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Work with site management to ensure accurate staffing levels are maintained.
Safety & Regulatory Compliance- Champion a safety-first culture; ensure shops operate in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company safety policies.
- Oversee proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials including oils, coolants, DEF, and CNG system components.
- Work with site management and the safety team to facilitate incident investigations and root cause analysis for equipment failures, accidents, and near-misses.
Budget & Financial Management- Develop and manage annual maintenance budgets for all assigned sites; analyze variances and implement corrective actions.
- Work with procurement team to assess vendors, parts suppliers, and outside service provider contracts to control costs.
- Track and report on key maintenance KPIs including cost-per-mile, fleet availability, MTTR, and PM compliance rates.
Process & Technology- Champion the use of fleet management and CMMS software to drive data-based maintenance decisions.
- Collaborate with site management to Identify and implement process improvements across shops to standardize best practices region-wide.
- Partner with operations leadership on new vehicle and equipment commissioning and disposal processes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Collaborative leadership of Maintenance Managers, Supervisors, Technicians, and administrative staff across multiple sites.
- Establish performance metrics, maintenance standards, and safety protocols.
- Develop annual fleet budgets, capital expenditure plans, and asset replacement strategies.
- Manage CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) to track work orders, parts inventory, and asset history.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of progressive experience in fleet management, heavy equipment maintenance, or industrial asset management.
- Extensive hands-on experience with diesel and CNG refuse trucks, including hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Proven leadership experience managing multi-site maintenance teams.
- Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA, and CARB regulations.
- Proficiency with CMMS platforms and fleet telematics systems.
- Strong analytical, budgeting, and vendor management skills.
- ASE, EVT, or OEM certifications a plus.
Physical Demands:- Ability to:
- Stand and walk through hard and uneven surfaces for extended periods of time.
- Occasionally climb onto a variety of industrial vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Bend, kneel and crouch to inspect under vehicles and equipment
- Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Work EnvironmentTypical work week is Monday through Friday with some weekends required. Will be exposed to outdoor weather and various of odors and dusty conditions. Ability to work in setting with frequent changes in equipment, start/end times.
Compensation and BenefitsFinancial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience. GreenWaste offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, 401K benefits, FSA, and full employee coverage for medical, dental and vision insurance.
