Asset Operations Manager Jobs in Canton, GA (NOW HIRING)

Operations Senior Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Associate Director of Operations
Direct Reports: Operations Coordinator, Groundskeeper
Apply by: August 15th, 2026
Start date: September 15th, 2026
Salary: $52,000-$58,000 annually
Benefits: Eligible after 90-Day Probationary Period - PTO, Paid Holidays including your Birthday, Subsidized Medical and Dental insurance, Ancillary Insurance (Vision, Accident, Critical Illness), Professional Development opportunities, 403(b) Retirement Savings with match starting at anniversary, and Partial Work apparel

Trees Atlanta is a nationally recognized non-profit community group that protects and improves Atlantas urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating. Founded in 1985, Trees Atlanta works tirelessly to address Atlantas tree loss, protect its forests, and create new greenspace. Empowered by its wonderful community of volunteers, Trees Atlanta serves the metro Atlanta area, and has grown to become one of Atlantas most widely known and supported non-profit organizations.
The Operations Senior Manager is a collaborative role that works alongside program management to ensure smooth operations and effective stewardship of assets.
The Operations Senior Manager will oversee the following:

• Fleet Management

  • Ensure registration, emissions, and GADOT requirements are up to date for all vehicles

  • Implement and monitor telematics software

  • Evaluate and monitor the safe and efficient use all fleet vehicles, trailers, and other related equipment

  • Diagnose, schedule, and ensure completion of routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs

  • Manage key schedule for all vehicles and trailers

  • Triage repairs, breakdowns, and tows as needed in collaboration with program supervisors

  • Oversee the acquisition and decommission of fleet vehicles

• Tools, Equipment, and Inventory Management

  • Oversee water meter acquisitions, proper usage, distribution, and bill payment processes

  • Oversee small engine maintenance and basic repairs

  • Oversee weekly tool inventory and rentals

  • Ensure materials and supplies are well stocked, organized, and available

  • Oversee the maintenance of a well organized, clean, and safe operational space

  • Keep a balanced budget and manage program spending

• Groundskeeping and Facilities Maintenance

  • Oversee the care, planting, and maintenance of the landscaped grounds

  • Work with vendors/contractors to maintain and repair facilities

• Training and Safety Compliance

  • Facilitate driver training classes for all staff ensuring appropriate and safe use of all fleet vehicles and related equipment

  • Facilitate various tool and small engine equipment training classes for all staff

  • Be the go-to person for troubleshooting equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 - 4 years relevant work experience

• Valid Georgia Drivers License with 3-year clean history

• GA Pesticide Applicators License, or obtain within 3 months of hire

• CPR/First Aid certified, or obtain within 3 months of hire

• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly

• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that requires repetitive bending, lifting, and shoveling

• Ability to work some Saturdays a few times a year/as needed

• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fleet management experience including basic maintenance and diagnostics abilities

• OSHA 10 Certification, or obtain within 3 months

• Skid steer certification

• Small engine equipment repair certification

To Apply:

Please submit an employment application. Applicants must upload a cover letter and a resume in order to complete and submit the application.

Background Verification Disclaimer:

• All final candidates will be required to pass both a criminal background check and drug screening; adverse results could impact hiring (Trees Atlanta is a participant in the Federal Drug Free Workplace Program)
• Final candidates applying for positions that require driving company owned vehicles will also have to pass a Motor Vehicle Report review to determine eligibility. Eligible drivers must also pass a DOT physical.
• All new hires will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States of America. Trees Atlanta in compliance with regulation set by the Department of Homeland Security. Trees Atlanta is a registered E-Verify employer.