Fleet Shop Supervisor

First Student • New York City, NY

12d • $58,000 - $70,000

About The Position

First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. First Student is hiring immediately for a Shop Supervisor for our team serving Bronx, NY! As a Shop Supervisor at First Student, you will play a key role in overseeing the maintenance of our fleet and ensuring our team of mechanics delivers high-quality work to keep our buses safe and reliable for passenger transportation. At First Student, our Shop Supervisors are responsible for managing and coordinating the daily operations of our vehicle maintenance shop. They ensure that our mechanics and technicians are equipped and prepared to maintain and repair our fleet of school buses.

Requirements

• You have 3+ years of experience in a supervisory role within an automotive, diesel, or fleet maintenance environment
• You have a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred or willingness to obtain one with our support)
• You possess strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• You are experienced in managing a team of mechanics or technicians
• You are committed to safety and compliance standards
• You are proficient in the use of maintenance software for scheduling and record-keeping

Nice To Haves

• Have military experience
• Are returning to the workforce
• Are looking for hourly (not flat-rate) jobs

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting the shop staff, including mechanics and technicians
• Scheduling and assigning maintenance and repair tasks
• Ensuring safety and compliance with all DOT and company standards
• Maintaining accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and inspections
• Managing parts inventory and equipment for efficient shop operations

Benefits

• competitive salary
• a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance
• 401k with company matching
• paid vacation and holidays
• excellent career growth opportunities
• $58,000–$70,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
• Consistent, full-time schedule with occasional overtime
• Shift typically runs from around 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs for leadership development
• Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees