Diesel Bus Mechanic Shift Supervisor (CDL Class B or higher w/Passenger Endorsement Required)

Regional Transportation Agency (RTA) of Central Maryland•Annapolis Junction, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The RTA is actively seeking an experienced Diesel Bus Mechanic Shift Supervisor. This individual will manage the work of mechanics and supervise the maintenance for our fleet of 80 transit buses and service vehicles. This position requires the level of knowledge and skills necessary to troubleshoot and repair automotive, transit, and commercial vehicles and equipment. Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, diagnostic equipment, laptops, scan tools, gauges, micrometers etc. Shift Supervisors are required to create, monitor, update and close repair orders in the company’s management system and ensure that employees are using the system effectively. Knowledge and skills using Microsoft computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Power Point are necessary. This individual must have the ability to effectively lead, work and communicate with employees and customers, and ensure repairs and maintenance are performed in a timely and efficient manner. Requirements also include daily safety inspections, with minimal reworks, and maintaining production standards. Particular attention will be paid to timeliness and quality of repairs. Shift supervisors will also be responsible for managing and leading service lane employees.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, or equivalent.
A/C 609 certification required.
Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B or higher with Passenger (P) endorsement and no Airbrakes (L) restriction.
Must have an appropriate mechanic’s tool set.
Minimum of three (3) years direct automotive, heavy equipment or transit repair experience.
Must have demonstrated experience monitoring and meeting PM schedules and operating automotive repair shop equipment.
Must have excellent communication skills, bringing demonstrated abilities of building solid relationships with superiors, peers and subordinates.
This position requires a minimum of three (3) ASE Heavy Duty/Transit related certifications. These certifications must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment. New Shift Supervisors are strongly encouraged to obtain their Heavy Duty/Transit ASE Master certification within their first two (2) years of employment through progressive testing.
Forklift certification must be achieved within one (1) year of employment.
Incumbent must be able to move about the office and between floors; utilize standard office equipment; access filing system/cabinets; and communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by telephone.
Intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, walking, lifting light and heavy objects, climbing ladders/stairs/ramps or scaffolding, and using tools and equipment that require a high degree of manual dexterity.
Required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel, speak, hear, to reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. Must be able to lay on back on a mechanic’s creeper to work underneath motor vehicle equipment.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Employee must be free of any conditions, which result in temporary loss of consciousness or ability to reason.
Work is performed with exposure to noise, chemicals, noxious odors, gases, poor ventilation, inclement weather, dirt, grease, dust, and machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices.
Must be able to acquire and maintain a Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT card).
Must be able pass pre-employment drug screening.
This position is safety-sensitive and is subject to RTA's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Candidate is considered "Essential Personnel."

Responsibilities

Demonstrates behaviors that are consistent with standards for professional and ethical conduct.
Must know how to diagnose and accurately perform all phases of vehicle repairs, in order to manage the work of those who perform these tasks:
Remove, clean, repair, reinstall and adjust vehicle components:
Engine repair and diagnosis
Engine emission components (State certification)
Driveline components
Electrical/ electronic components
Brakes/suspension/steering/exhaust
Cab/chassis
Hydraulic diagnosis and repair
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Proficiency in various scan tools and laptops
Ensure work orders are generated and properly completed for all work performed
Select appropriate, effective course of action for repairs
Evaluate completed work prior to release and road test vehicles as necessary
Ensure safe use of power and hand-held tools, ensure shop safety protocols are followed, shop is clean and organized, tools/equipment are properly stowed after shift and environmental regulations are adhered to
Assign, monitor and approve all work performed by the designated team
Perform road calls and emergency services as necessary
Move vehicles safely between lot, shop and work areas
Communicate professionally with customers, team members and supervisors
Actively participate and/or administer in safety or educational training as required
Will be responsible for prioritizing workload and distribution of work as well as advising the proper repair procedures through clear and concise communication.