A-Technician/Fleet Supervisor

Technician Supervisor – Waste Industry Location: Atlanta, Georgia Experience: 6+ years Industry: Waste & Recycling / Environmental Services Employment: Full-Time This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced waste fleet professional who enjoys staying close to the technical operation while taking greater ownership of people, performance and fleet reliability . Based in Atlanta, Georgia , the role involves leading a team of technicians supporting a busy waste and recycling fleet, with a strong focus on shop performance, technician development, fleet uptime and repair quality . The position would suit an experienced Lead Technician, Master Technician, Shop Foreman, Maintenance Supervisor or Technician Supervisor ready to take on broader responsibility. Experience within the waste, recycling, environmental services, heavy-duty fleet or similar industries would be highly relevant, particularly for candidates already working in the greater Atlanta area. The role requires a strong technical background combined with the ability to lead technicians, organize shop workflow, reduce fleet downtime and maintain high standards of safety, productivity and repair quality . Key Responsibilities Supervise, coach and develop a team of maintenance technicians. Manage daily shop workload, repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance. Prioritize repairs to maximize fleet availability and minimize downtime. Support technicians with complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and diesel diagnostics. Ensure refuse vehicles and associated equipment are repaired safely and efficiently. Monitor PM schedules and ensure preventative maintenance is completed on time. Review technician productivity, repair quality and turnaround times. Ensure work orders, maintenance records and DVIR-related repairs are completed accurately. Work closely with operations and drivers to resolve equipment issues. Maintain company, OSHA and DOT safety and compliance standards. Support parts and inventory management and control unnecessary maintenance costs. Assist with technician recruitment, training, development and performance management. Build a strong shop culture based on safety, accountability, teamwork and performance . Required Experience 6+ years' heavy-duty diesel, fleet or heavy-equipment maintenance experience. Waste and recycling industry experience strongly preferred. Previous leadership experience as a Lead Technician, Shop Foreman, Technician Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor or similar . Strong knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, brakes, suspension and drivetrain systems. Experience with front loaders, rear loaders, side loaders, roll-offs and other refuse collection vehicles highly desirable. Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. Proven ability to supervise and develop technicians. Understanding of preventative maintenance programs and fleet compliance. Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where fleet uptime is critical. ASE certifications and/or CDL advantageous.

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