Area Fleet Director at GFL Industries in Southfield, Michigan

Job Description:

The Area Fleet Director will ensure that GFL Environmental and affiliates meet the service commitments for the collection and transportation of solid/liquid waste or other materials at the lowest cost consistent with sound operating practices, established performance criteria and safety.



Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and select the equipment for use within GFL Environmental. Study operation needs and analyze comparative performance of different types and styles of equipment consistent with securing the most cost effective and efficient operation.


• Evaluate, set and modify fleet maintenance, productivity, fuel and other operational standards in order to efficiently manage the fleet or operational facility.


• Provide aging analysis, fleet statistical information, lists of assets and other information on a timely basis.


• Coordinate equipment replacement or recommend additional equipment to ensure the availability of vehicles and equipment to meet service commitments. Provide cost comparison and availability to corporate management and upon approval, facilitate acceptance of purchased equipment into our fleet.


• Collect, store, sell and/or re-distribute surplus vehicular assets and containers (roll-off) as needed.


• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations covering the operation, licensing, insuring and inspection of all fleet vehicles and equipment including EPA Regulations and DOT requirements.


• Oversee and review the facilities utilized for repairing, servicing, and supporting the collection fleet. Focus on safety and environmental considerations.


• Establish and ensure policies relating to vehicle operation, maintenance and safety are uniformly observed throughout the companies.


• Review quarterly field inspection reports summary provided by maintenance staff and prepare summary reports for review by corporate management.


• Provide appraisals for acquisition team for due diligence.


• Assist in establishing corporate vendor accounts for fleet R&M and operations.


• Coordinate with Region Management to ensure that the safety lane procedures are in effect at all collection operations.

Provide technical assistance in the following areas:

• Equipment selection, repairs and maintenance


• Budget preparations


• Equipment performance and operating cost


• Warranty repairs and negotiations


• Sustainability initiatives


• Rebuild or replace decisions


• Maintenance personnel selection, training, evaluation and wage scales


• Parts and component purchase decisions (i.e. type, pricing, etc.)


• Accident prevention and safety practices involving vehicles, stationary equipment and shop areas


• Site and building improvements

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Machines, Tools and Equipment:

• Operate standard office equipment (i.e., copier, facsimile, personal computer, etc.)


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel


• Knowledge of the TMW maintenance system

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to write moderate level correspondence to employees, management and vendors via internal and external memorandums and reports.


• Possess ability to effectively present information to all levels of employees and executive management in a group or individual setting.


• Ability to effectively communicate with others.

Requirements:

• Two (2) or four (4) year degree in business or related discipline


• Must have class 8 truck experience


• Five or more years' experience in fleet and maintenance.


• Prior experience within the waste industry


• Combination of education and/or experience

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, talk, hear, and climb.


• Possess ability to regularly lift/move up to 15 pounds, occasionally lift move up to 30 pounds.

Working conditions:

• Work in indoor office environment 50% of the time.


• Travel is required.


• Noise level is usually moderate.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com Apply Now