Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Why Choose Us:

We are Waste Connections of Canada, 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.

General Description:

We are seeking an innovative, results-driven, and proactive professional to join our team as a Maintenance Manager. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe operation and minimal downtime of all Waste Connections of Canada vehicles. The Maintenance Manager will develop and oversee a Preventative Maintenance Program aimed at reducing vehicle breakdowns, minimizing major repairs, and extending the lifespan of fleet assets.

As a Maintenance Manager with us, the minimum responsibilities are:

• Develop and manage an annual maintenance budget in alignment with Waste Connections guidelines (e.G., cost per hour based on vehicle age).

• Lead safety meetings, enforce compliance with safety protocols.

• Recommend capital expenditures and develop business cases for vehicle, equipment, and tool replacements.

• Monitor and control maintenance-related expenditures, including tires, parts, repairs, and outsourced services for specialized diagnostics.

• Oversee work assignments, scheduling, preventative maintenance (PM), and repairs, ensuring efficient shop operations.

• Monitor labor costs and parts usage by type of repair to achieve appropriate labor costs (standard repair times) and parts usage.

• Develop and implement a PM schedule, ensuring timely assignments and up-to-date inspections to prevent roadside breakdowns and regulatory issues.

• Conduct periodic checks to make sure PMs are up to date and trucks are safe to minimize roadside breakdowns and MTO issues.

• Manage parts inventory, ensuring adequate supply levels while avoiding shortages.

• Prepare a business case for modifications that are good investments, or for safety

• Maintain parts ordering system and inventory replenishment (e.G. adequate supply without shortages).

• Purchase parts and materials;
  source the desired quality at the best price.

• Reconcile and approve invoices for maintenance-related purchases.

• Participate in joint health and safety committee.

• Maintain WSIB forms,

• Periodically audit safety programs and inspect facility (e.G., lock outs, exit lights, extinguishers).

• Recruit, train, and manage mechanics and welders, ensuring a skilled workforce capable of accurate diagnostics and high-quality repairs.

• Provide coaching and leadership to the maintenance team, fostering a culture of efficiency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Address employee relations matters, including performance management, discipline, and grievance resolution.

What We Need From You:

• 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 heavy-duty trucks is essential.

• Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic license is an asset.

• 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.

• Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements

What You’ll Get From Us:

• Competitive Wages

• Retirement Plan with company match;
  let us help you save for your future

• Benefits;
  Medical, Dental, Vision

• Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistant Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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