Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio!  IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers. 

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business. 

The Training Manager – Fleet Maintenance & Technical Development leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Interstate Waste Services’ company-wide maintenance and operations training programs. This role ensures alignment with IWS’s World Class Maintenance standards, safety culture, and operational excellence goals. The manager oversees technical training for refuse trucks, tractors and trailers, heavy equipment, and support assets, fostering technician skill development, compliance, and performance improvement.

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive technical training curriculum for all maintenance positions across asset classes.
• Establish and maintain competency matrices, certification programs, and technician development paths.
• Coordinate OEM and vendor-based training programs with partners such as Mack, Peterbilt, Battle Motors, Heil, McNeilus, CAT, Volvo, etc.
• Integrate LMS and TMT Fleet Maintenance data to track training effectiveness on KPIs such as PM compliance, breakdown percentage, and labor efficiency.
• Conduct shop audits and skill assessments to