Fleet Maintenance Manager

Waste Connections Maintenance Manager

Des Moines, Iowa Full-Time | On-Site Salary: $80,000-$90,000 with Annual Cash and Equity Bonus

We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We're proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

Competitive Pay & Bonuses Career Growth We invest in YOU by providing CDL training & career advancement opportunities Excellent Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 5% 401(k) match for retirement savings
• Paid time off and holidays A Strong Company Culture We value integrity, teamwork, and a great work environment

What You'll Do:

• Champion and enforce our corporate safety program.
• Lead and foster collaboration across the maintenance team.
• Ensure mechanics and PM techs are properly trained and supported.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory agencies and standards.
• Oversee inventory control and equipment maintenance.
• Train mechanics in diagnostics and repair techniques.
• Assign and schedule work for shop personnel.
• Coordinate external repairs when needed.
• Test vehicles to troubleshoot and verify repairs.
• Manage parts purchasing and vendor pricing.
• Assist with monthly financial projections and annual budgeting.
• Keep departmental costs within budget.

What You Bring:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Manager, with a proven track record of developing and implementing preventative maintenance and asset replacement programs.
• Strong knowledge of diesel trucks is essential.
• Knowledge of waste management industry is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant trades experience (e.g., mechanic, welder) is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with container shops and welding is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to read, interpret, estimate, calculate, and document maintenance-related data.
• Proficiency with computers and technology.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage and develop a high-performing team.

We Keep Our Promises! At Waste Connections, we believe in empowering our employees. Our culture is built on respect, reliability, and integrity when we say we'll do something, we follow through!

Ready to Join Our Team? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Waste Connections!

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