As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.I. Job SummaryWM (formerly Waste Management) Fleet Operational Management Trainee (FOMT) program is a 6 month long (6 months) course designed to develop individuals into fleet manager roles. Fleet Managers manage 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. Candidates that successfully complete this program must be willing to relocate within an assigned geographic area to lead a WM Fleet Shop. During this program candidates will be required to travel as most of the curriculum will be on the job training (OJT) in the field with some classroom training. Successful candidates will develop incomparable knowledge of the Fleet Manager role.II. Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
Successfully complete the FOMT curriculum. Complete all required training items through participation in the WM Learning Management System.
Responsible for developing the skills to become a Fleet Manager.
Completes assigned computer-based training.
Attends and participates in all mandatory group training sessions.
Develops a working knowledge of WMs Fleet and general business applications.
Develop a working knowledge of heavy equipment functionality and maintenance care including actual operation and in-shop maintenance.
Learn how to effectively manage site personnel through experiential efforts and training.
Develops understanding of financial, accounting, and forecasting processes and systems.
Develops a strong understanding and dedication to the WM Safety Program; work with Corporate and local safety teams to continue to create an increasingly aware and observant safety conscious culture.
Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
Participates in worksite meetings, huddles, and area mentor programs.
Performs other duties as assigned that may include special projects and interim management assignments. Learning will be very action and experiential based.
III. Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job may have periodic leadership / management responsibilities throughout the program.IV. QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and three (3) years of relevant work experience.
Experience: Four (4) years of supervisory/leadership experience in operations (in addition to education requirements) required
Valid Driver’s License
B. Preferred Certificates, Licenses or RegistrationsC. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Must be willing to relocate within an assigned geographic area at the conclusion of the training program
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
Must be willing to work various hours and weekends as necessary
Must be willing to work outdoors and/or in a maintenance shop
Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills
Must have exceptional time management and organizational skills
Proven problem-solving ability and successful conflict resolution
Mechanical experience or Technical Drive
Strong analytical skills.
V. Essential Functions, Environment and Physical RequirementsWhile some of the FOMT work is performed within an office atmosphere, field work and frequent field assignments are the core foundation of the FOMT and operations positions. These field assignments will include exposure to the elements, weather, and other non-office type conditions. When conducting field work and assignments one should possess the ability to ascend onto and descend from various pieces of heavy equipment and ride accordingly for many consecutive hours. The FOMT will be exposed to climatic weather as depicted by the geographical region for which you reside or are assigned. A FOMT will also periodically be required to work non-traditional work schedules i.e. 12 hour workdays, some weekends, some early start times etc.The expected salary range for this position is $82,000 - $120,000 per year. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.BenefitsAt Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.PLEASE SUBMIT A CURRENT RESUME TO RECIEVE FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click “Apply.”#LI-JR1Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
