Fleet Manager (Maintenance)

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Manages the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment, and continually focuses on achieving market base profitability through effective management of all fleet and maintenance activities within the assigned area, including cost control, management development, and high training and safety standards. This role supports 2 locations: Esandar Dr & Courtice Hauling, with direct reports of 9 employees (8 mechanics & 1 fleet specialist) and around 50 assets. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 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