Fleet Maintenance Manager
About the job
- A high school diploma and/or GED is required.
- Ten years of experience as a Maintenance Manager, directly managing 15 or more shop employees daily.
- Work experience with environmental compliance, including storm water reporting and hazardous materials manifests.
- Extensive knowledge of the Motor Carrier BIT Inspection Program, Department of Transportation regulations, North American Out of Service Criteria, CSA 2010, and CARB.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn the company's internal maintenance software quickly.
- Work experience successfully implementing safety programs and processes in a fleet environment.
- Work experience resolving human resources and labor relations issues with employees.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must be available 24/7.
- Oversee the Fleet Periodic Maintenance Inspection Program by regularly reviewing and auditing processes and procedures to ensure maintenance employees perform quality inspections and repairs, document all repairs, and make process alterations as needed.
- Oversee the Fleet Tire Program by regularly reviewing and auditing processes and procedures to ensure tire employees check and adjust air pressures to proper levels, properly repair tires, and switch or match tires within the fleet to maximize tire use.
- Ensure proper parts inventory management and organization, and perform regular inspections to guarantee processes are followed.
- Promote positive teamwork and safe working behaviors.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to maintenance employees to promote a healthy and positive work environment.
- Oversee fleet compliance by ensuring daily inspections of company vehicles governed by federal and state regulatory agencies, including the Federal Motor Carrier and California Highway Patrol.
- Promote the use of relevant technology and information systems that improve shop performance, such as Dossier.
- A bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.
- High proficiency in fleet maintenance and shop operations.
- Vendor management and purchasing systems experience.
- An extensive background as a mechanic, shop supervisor, or fleet manager, with three or more years of hands-on experience.
- Waste industry experience.
- A mechanical school certificate and/or ASE certifications.
About the company
Athens Services provides waste collection, recycling, and environmental services for residential, commercial, and public-sector customers in the greater Los Angeles area. It operates through a fleet of trucks and local facilities to collect trash, recycle materials, and compost waste, and it uses reuse and recycling to divert resources from landfills. The company emphasizes personalized, community-focused service and investment in people, technology, and the environment. It differentiates itself by being family-owned and operating with a focus on The Athens Way—great service, strong people, safety, and sustainability—rather than competing purely on scale. The goal is to deliver reliable service while fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment for generations to come.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
La Puente, California
Founded
N/A
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Irwindale MRF targets 70 tons hourly and nearly 200,000 diverted tons annually.
- Athens expanded Ventura County service starting January 1, 2024, deepening recurring revenue.
- June 2026 hiring events and training programs signal continued volume growth and labor demand.
What critics are saying
- AIG's March 24, 2026 lawsuit could exhaust defense cash and distract management.
- PFAS-linked environmental claims threaten Athens' land-application model and insurance availability.
- WM and Harrison can undercut bids, risking contract losses in Ventura and Los Angeles.
What makes Athens Services unique
- Athens opened Irwindale MRF on April 3, 2026, using AI sorting and solar power.
- Its Southern California franchise density creates hauling, transfer, and disposal synergies.
- Athens pairs municipal contracts with workforce training programs for Pomona and Ventura.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Professional Development Budget
- Exceptional Work Environment