Welcome back to the UpKeep Pledge Pros Podcast! 🎉 In this episode, host Bryan Bieschke, CMRP, sits down with Anthony Cohen, Fleet Maintenance Manager at Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery and winner of the UpKeep Maintenance Hero Award for Team Leader.

Anthony’s leadership in fleet maintenance, mentorship, and dedication to developing the next generation of tradespeople have made a significant impact. Tune in as we dive into his journey from the parts department to leading multiple maintenance shops, his philosophy on leadership, and the importance of training and retaining skilled professionals.

Key Highlights:

⚙️ The Path to Leadership: How Anthony went from warehouse parts tech to fleet maintenance manager.

⚙️ Training the Next Generation: Why mentoring and developing young talent is critical to the industry's future.

⚙️ Building a Strong Team Culture: How Anthony fosters trust, accountability, and growth in his team.

⚙️ Lessons in Leadership: Why patience, humility, and communication are key in maintenance management.

⚙️ Advice for Aspiring Maintenance Professionals: What every young tradesperson should know when entering the field.

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