Safety & Fleet Manager

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off

• 10 holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match, (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus Incentive Program

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for supporting all aspects of fleet maintenance and health & safety programs across EPIC. This role will drive safety into our culture, ensure the safety management system is followed, act as a safety subject matter expert (SME), and provide support and guidance to managers and leaders. The position will coordinate all maintenance activities, coach drivers and track KPIs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fleet Maintenance & Projects:

• Coordinate all maintenance activities.
• Oversee coordination with external vendors and service providers to schedule maintenance activities, procure necessary parts and materials, and ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Assist in the completion of fleet permits.
• Monitor fleet maintenance expenses and resource utilization, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure all fleet maintenance records are being maintained in Fleetio
• Review driver logs, harsh driving events and Pre/post trip inspections and ensure issues are resolved and drivers are coached appropriately.
• Track maintenance KPIs and report issues and trends to EPIC leaders.

Health & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with company safety programs and procedures.
• Provide health and safety training to all employees.
• Travel to project sites to audit, support projects, site leaders, and participate in safety compliance inspections and audits.
• Ensure that all safety reporting is conducted accurately and within the designated timeframe.
• Lead or participate in all significant incident investigations and assist in identifying root cause corrective actions.
• Ensure that audit findings and recommendations are resolved, closed, and documented according to corporate requirements.
• Ensure the implementation of the Health and Safety Management System by site leaders.
• Interface with state and federal officials to address compliance concerns.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Stay updated on relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards related to maintenance practices and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies through regular inspections, audits, and documentation.
• Generate regular reports and performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of maintenance programs and identify areas for improvement.
• Effective use of and mentoring on the EHS Information Management System.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Self-motivated, results oriented.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Superior project & time management skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to generate efficient, high-quality outcomes.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Must be bi-lingual (English and Spanish)
• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Regulations
• Basic understanding of heavy trucks, trailers, equipment, and rebuilding equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA and state/federal safety rules and regulations required.
• Experience identifying health and safety hazards.
• Must have computer skills and experience with Word & Excel.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to prioritize, and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced, and challenging environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel including executive management (Spanish language skills are a plus but not required).
• Process and Systems oriented.
• Ability to self-manage.
• Capacity to differentiate between situations that allow for independent decisions or the need for guidance from leaders.
• Valid, clean driver's license.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• 5+ years of experience in Fleet/Driver management and/or the safety and health field.
• Experience with fleet and/or asset management systems or administration experience with asset database systems.
• Experience utilizing EHS management systems and supporting multiple sites.
• Professional certification (e.g., CSP, CIH) is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions and hazards: Variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids.
• Ability to work in adverse environments.

Salary Range: $75,000-$90,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.