What are the responsibilities and job description for the DoD SkillBridge - Fleet Maintenance Leadership position at UBLIC SERVICES, INC.?
Republic Services is a proud industry partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program and we’re ready to assist transitioning veterans find their next career! This is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply. SkillBridge permits you to use up to the last 180 days of service to train and learn with an industry partner. During SkillBridge participation, you continue to receive military compensation, and you are covered by your military benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependent and your unit Commander must authorize participation prior to entering into any agreement with interested industry employment partners.
About You
Must be currently serving, Active Duty, U.S. Armed Forces Servicemember
Must be within one year of your End of Active Service transition date
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn and participate in a fast-paced environment
Effective task management skills
High level of motivation
Great attitude and desire to learn and grow
A Fleet Maintenance leader is responsible for supervising a maintenance shop that is under the umbrella responsibility of a Maintenance Manager. Fleet Maintenance leadership responsibilities include supervising a technician (mechanic) team responsible for preventive maintenance/repair of a fleet; machinery that supports a post-collection facility; repair/maintenance of equipment that services the container shop; and providing direction to technicians to ensure that all repairs/maintenance to equipment (trucks -- diesel and alternate fuel, containers and other heavy duty equipment) are performed in compliance with Company safety and compliance standards, and with all federal and state regulations. Also responsible for planning and scheduling repair work for the work group to ensure that all work is done in a safe and timely manner, reducing lost productivity.
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
The Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge program is for transitioning military members during their last 180 days of active duty. Military members who are selected for the program are not employed by Republic Services or compensated by the Company. The DOD will continue to maintain the military member’s current rate of pay and benefits while in the SkillBridge program.
Once you complete your DOD SkillBridge program you will have the opportunity to apply for paid positions at Republic Services. Positions include competitive wages and benefits including:
Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
Short- and long-term disability.
Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee discount programs.
Retirement plan with a generous company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
