Maintenance Supervisor

Transdev • Chula Vista, CA

15h • $44 - $48

About The Position

Maintenance Supervisor Working under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager, directly supervises mechanics and service workers, monitors outside contract laborers; schedules the repairs and maintenance of a wide variety of light to heavy powered equipment; ensures an environment that meets the highest levels of safety and that complies with regulatory requirements. Transdev is proud to offer: Non-CBA Position: Competitive compensation package of minimum $ 44.23 – Maximum $47.75 Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision health benefits - Kaiser Permanente and SIMNSA 401(K) retirement plans Paid time off and holidays Life Insurance paid by employer. Ride the MTS Bus Routes & Trolley for free, for Employee, spouse and dependent (Youths ages 6-18) Ability to advance your career.

Requirements

• Must be 21 or older
• High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, required
• Must possess a valid CA CDL with a good driving record
• Must be eligible for and able to obtain a Commercial Drivers License with a Passenger endorsement within 30 days of hire
• A- Rated Mechanic (Journeyman Level) with multiple relevant ASE Certifications with an emphasis on the repair of buses and other heavy vehicles.
• Good oral communication skills
• Ability to read and follow written and spoken instructions
• Ability to read, comprehend, and abide by Material Safety Data Sheets and all other safety training materials provided
• Ability to learn shop processes including fueling vehicles and cleaning vehicles
• Ability to mix and use a variety of cleaning products
• Ability to use a variety of equipment such as buffers, scrubbing machines, and other heavy cleaning equipment
• Strong attention to details
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold and in a damp environment with moderate noise.
• May be exposed to water, fumes, and chemicals.
• Must submit to drug testing, physical examination, and a criminal background check
• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervises mechanics and utilities; monitors outside contract laborers
• Supervises mechanics and service workers.
• Assigns work tasks and evaluates the completion of those tasks.
• investigates, provides information, makes and administers decisions concerning employee discipline
• The Maintenance Foreman also has the responsibility of scheduling shop staff time off
• Evaluates the performance of employees
• Facilitates and schedules training of new employees
• Works with Human Resources by participating in interview panels for maintenance positions
• Explains administrative policies and procedures to employees; administers Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions
• Monitors absences/PTO usage; verifies and authorizes time sheets for payroll purposes
• Schedules outside contract labor for special projects and monitors the laborers performance
• Conducts daily safety meetings
• Coordinates coach/fleet vehicle repairs, maintenance and servicing
• Schedules major and minor repairs
• Creates work orders for repairs to coaches, reviews past work orders for repairs to coaches, and reviews and closes current work orders
• Assigns work to mechanics based on the type of work required and the needs of the organization
• Makes on-the-spot decisions regarding repairs; and, at times, makes on-the-spot repairs
• Consults with mechanics on diagnosis and procedures for repair and assists with technical questions
• Generates tracking sheets to ensure repairs are completed in a timely manner
• Monitors staff work for quality and quantity
• Works with Parts Clerk to obtain the correct replacement parts
• Decides which coaches to remove from and restore to service
• Determines and schedules vehicles ready for preventative maintenance
• Schedules the coaches listed for preventative maintenance
• Tracks and analyzes data for various reports
• Reviews work orders for accuracy
• Monitors the status of down/out-of-service equipment and issues a daily report
• Collects oil samples and sends them for analysis
• Performs tasks and projects as assigned
• Addresses any environmental concerns or issues that develop
• Ensures the cleanliness of the yard and facilities
• Has extensive contact with others inside the organization; works with dispatch personnel, operations supervisors, and road supervisors dispatch to facilitate the maintenance and repairs of the coaches.
• Has moderate contact with others outside the organization communicates with outside vendors regarding the repair/maintenance of the coaches.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision health benefits - Kaiser Permanente and SIMNSA
• 401(K) retirement plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life Insurance paid by employer.
• Ride the MTS Bus Routes & Trolley for free, for Employee, spouse and dependent (Youths ages 6-18)
• Ability to advance your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED