Senior Fleet Maintenance Manager bei Metro Water Recovery, CO

About the Department

Why It’s a Great Opportunity

As the Fleet Maintenance Division Manager at Metro Water Recovery (Metro), you will lead the strategic direction and daily operations of Metro’s Fleet Maintenance Division within the Resource Recovery & Reuse Department. You’ll ensure our vehicles, equipment, and facilities run at peak performance — supporting the delivery of essential services to our community. This is a chance to apply your technical expertise, leadership skills, and problem-solving ability to improve efficiency, enhance safety, and drive innovation in fleet operations. Metro offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, a flexible work schedule, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career.

Why It’s a Great Department

The Resource Recovery & Reuse Department is at the heart of Metro’s mission to protect the environment, recover resources, and provide reliable service. Our Fleet Maintenance Division is a critical part of keeping Metro’s operations running smoothly — maintaining vehicles and equipment that support our farm, facilities, and operational sites. We foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, where every team member’s expertise is valued. We work hard, support one another, and take pride in the essential work we do for our community.

How to Be Successful in the Role

As Fleet Maintenance Division Manager, you’ll balance strategic planning with hands-on leadership. You’ll manage a skilled team of supervisors, planners, and technicians; oversee vendor contracts; and ensure compliance with DOT and other safety regulations. Success will come from implementing a robust preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance program, using Metro’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track performance and identify efficiencies. You’ll collaborate across departments, provide clear communication, and model a results-driven, service-oriented approach. You will need to adapt quickly, juggle competing priorities, and maintain high operational standards in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment.

Your Future in This Role

We’re looking for a leader who sees challenges as opportunities for improvement. In this role, you’ll develop innovative maintenance strategies, improve fleet reliability, and mentor a team committed to operational excellence. You’ll play a vital role in supporting Metro’s infrastructure and mission, with opportunities to shape how the Fleet Maintenance Division operates for years to come. Your work will directly impact service delivery, community trust, and Metro’s ability to meet its environmental and operational goals.

Don’t miss the chance to lead a team that keeps Metro moving — literally. Apply today!

Position Overview
Directs and coordinates the daily activities of the Fleet Maintenance Division within the Resource Recovery and Reuse Department (RR&R). Provides strategic leadership, technical expertise, and oversight of resources and budgets to ensure the effective development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Metro’s Fleet Maintenance Program. Supports regulatory compliance and operational performance while fostering a collaborative, results-oriented work environment focused on service quality and efficiency. Works under the general direction of the Director of RR&R and is responsible for supervising the staff in the Fleet Maintenance Division. 

Position Duties

1. Responsible for the administration and planning of the Fleet Maintenance Division activities at Metro.  Assigns, directs and supervises the work of supervisors and planners assigned in the RR&R Fleet Maintenance division.   Participate in the hiring process, prepare/conduct/review performance evaluations, provide coaching and mentoring as needed, and provide support for disciplinary action as needed. 
2. Develops, recommends and implements a planned maintenance program which includes preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance and the use of Metro’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) as a key tool in managing maintenance activities. 
3. Evaluates reliability of facilities and equipment and identifies opportunities to increase efficiencies within the Fleet Maintenance Division.  Implements and coordinates programs to develop, design, and execute modifications and improvements.
4. Ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements of the Department of Transportation (DOT).
5. Responsible for working with outside vendors to develop specifications for equipment and contracted services, ensuring high-quality standards. Oversees contract administration and monitors vendor performance.
6. Advises the Director of RR&R of critical and continuing problems in the maintenance of METROGRO Farm assets and equipment.
7. Coordinates, directs, and oversees vehicle, equipment and facility maintenance work on the METROGRO Farm or at the RWHTF or NTP completed by RR&R Maintenance staff, outside contractors, and personnel from other departments.  May serve as departmental coordinator for Engineering Department projects.
8. Collaborates with other Metro Departments to improve performance, reliability, capacity, efficiency, or safety of Metro’s passenger vehicles. 
9. May represent the department in the absence of the Director of RR&R.  Attends meetings, interacts with staff, legal counsel, outside consultants, the general public, and regulatory agencies.
10. Develops and recommends plans, programs, and budgets for the Fleet Maintenance Division.
11. Authorizes and approves requisitions and expenditures for resources in accordance with delegated spending authority from the Director of RR&R.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance 
• Applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (e.g., DOT)
• Budget development, fiscal accountability, and resource management
• General administrative procedures and reporting protocols
• Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management software (CMMS)

Skilled at:

• Effectively contributing to successful maintenance operations in mechanical, electrical, transportation or logistic fields
• Working with outside contractors and dealers in an oversight role
• Critical thinking and analytical analysis
• Coordinating vehicle and equipment assets 
• Communicating clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization
• Active and empathic listening skills
• Managing disagreements, de-escalating conflicts and negotiating win-win solutions
• Direct supervisory responsibilities including candidate selection, coaching, performance management and enforcing procedures

Ability to:

• Conducting analytical reviews and applying technical judgment to resolve complex issues
• Leveraging digital tools and systems to track performance and manage operations
• Operate in a joint team environment while maintaining leadership accountability
• Analyze operational requirements and align division efforts with strategic objectives
• Prioritize competing demands and execute under pressure with limited supervision
• Interpret policy, enforce procedures, and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations
• Promote mission readiness, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Align group goals to Metro's values and mission
• Effectively supervising staff
  
  

Education
Bachelor's degree in fleet management, business management, logistics, engineering or related field. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Other Qualifications

Typical Work Environment  
Variety of floor surfaces including concrete, gravel, asphalt, dirt, tile, loose stones, uneven surfaces, slippery surfaces, and wet surfaces; Inside environment; Outside environment all year in all weather conditions and temperatures;  Chemicals;  Lighting conditions including natural light, fluorescent, head lamps, incandescent, and low light;  Vibration; Moving equipment; Work in clustered Spaces, Typical agricultural environment

Body Position Demands
Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing ladders; Reaching forward and overhead; Climbing in an out of semi-truck; Balancing; Object handling; Simple hand/ Firm hand grasping; Operating controls; Sitting; Stooping; Kneeling; Crouching; Typing; Fine hand coordination

Physical Demands (max forces are expected to be infrequent)
Max Weight Lifted: 60 lbs
Max Weight Carried: 60 lbs
Max Force Pushed: 100 lbs
Max Force Pulled: 100 lbs

Sensory Requirements
Wide field of View; Perception - Spatial; Vision - Near; Depth perception; Perception -  Form; Feeling with fingers; Feeling temperatures; Speaking; Vision - Near and Far

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