DOW SkillBridge - Area Manager Fleet Maintenance - Walnut Creek

Republic Services is a proud industry partner of the Department of War SkillBridge Program and we’re ready to assist transitioning veterans find their next career! This is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply. SkillBridge permits you to use up to the last 180 days of service to train and learn with an industry partner. During SkillBridge participation, you continue to receive military compensation, and you are covered by your military benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependent and your unit Commander must authorize participation prior to entering into any agreement with interested industry employment partners.

About You

• Must be currently serving, Active Duty, U.S. Armed Forces Servicemember

• Must be within one year of your End of Active Service transition date

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to learn and participate in a fast-paced environment

• Effective task management skills

• High level of motivation

• Great attitude and desire to learn and grow

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Area Manager, Fleet primarily focuses on building expertise within the Fleet and Equipment maintenance roles in all of the collection/hauling divisions within the Area.  The Area Manager, Fleet supervises a variety of roles and assists in the selection and education of field maintenance personnel to ensure execution and durability of standards, processes and practices surrounding the One Fleet maintenance program(s).  The Area Manager, Fleet plays an essential role in building the capability of the field maintenance teams to consistently execute on business plans and budgets year after year while ensuring all equipment is maintained to the our One Fleet standard for safe and efficient operations.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Directly manages the One Fleet implementation process including providing direct management support to local teams through the One Fleet Change Agents. 

• Assists in the creation, development and implementation of the Company operations strategy and other Company-wide initiatives. 

• Collaborates on, aids establishment of and supports compliance with Company standards and Best Management Operating procedures and processes. 

• Listens, evaluates, and counsels Supervisors, Maintenance Managers, and General Managers in setting priorities and goals in support of the One Fleet program. 

• Focuses on maintenance activities, processes, and best practices. 

• Ensures execution and durability of standards, processes and practices surrounding the One Fleet maintenance program.   

• Deploys Company-wide standard processes, tools, and technologies throughout the Area via communication, facilitation, training and other methods. 

• Ensures Division personnel are trained in all aspects of Company equipment, policies, procedures and safety standards and actively champions and gives clear participatory support to all Republic Safety programs and Safe Operating practices at all times.  Supports and ensures safety initiatives and compliance. 

• Participates in Operating Reviews and the annual budget processes. 

• Assists with development and education of maintenance talent and works with management to hire, train, mentor, develop and assess staff needs. 

• Assists management in analyzing, evaluating, projecting and recommending capital requirements and allocation of assets.

• Identifies diagnoses and performs root-cause analysis of issues and performance improvements of underperforming Divisions assisting in the development and rollout of plans to improve their maintenance performance.  Provides targeted expertise to lead on-site activities to address cultural, process or operational challenges. 

• Works with Corporate maintenance staff to develop and maintain short and long-term strategic management objectives and priorities; participates on Corporate cross-functional committees to ensure end-to-end collaboration to maintain policies, best practices, equipment specifications, and performance metrics for maintenance. 

• This position may require travel by air, car and/or other modes of transportation up to 70% of the time. 

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.  

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

The Department of War (DOW) SkillBridge program is for transitioning military members during their last 180 days of active duty.  Military members who are selected for the program are not employed by Republic Services or compensated by the Company.  The DOW will continue to maintain the military member’s current rate of pay and benefits while in the SkillBridge program.

Once you complete your DOW SkillBridge program you will have the opportunity to apply for paid positions at Republic Services.  Positions include competitive wages and benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.