Maintenance Supervisor

St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission•Saint Cloud, MN

17d•$29 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor administers and supervises maintenance for all Metro Bus vehicles, equipment, facilities, and grounds. The position directly supervises Mechanics, Fuelers, and Facility & Bus Cleaners and is responsible for the organization’s preventative maintenance, repair, cleaning, and upkeep activities. This includes fleet vehicles, support equipment, diesel and CNG fueling and monitoring stations, facilities, grounds, bus shelters, and stops. The supervisor monitors preventative maintenance schedules, parts and fluid needs, and maintenance documentation; performs roadside calls and bus changes when equipment fails; oversees CNG and diesel fueling; and manages inventory using a Just in Time approach. The role also manages employee performance and daily operations, supports hiring and training, and promotes shop safety and OSHA compliance. The position is scheduled Monday through Thursday from 3:00–11:30 p.m. and Friday from 2:30–11:00 p.m. It requires 24/7 availability, either in person or by phone. Starting pay is $29.26–$32.60 per hour. A valid Class B Minnesota Driver License with passenger and air brake endorsements and current DOT medical certification is required, or must be obtained within 90 days.

Requirements

Two-year degree or certification from a technical or community college, two years of automotive or heavy-duty vehicle mechanics experience, and three years of management and supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have, or be able to obtain within 90 days, a valid Class B Minnesota Driver License with passenger and air brake endorsements and current DOT medical certification; must be able to maintain the license and certification.
Demonstrated background in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance.
Knowledge of operating principles for diesel and heavy-duty vehicle equipment, shop equipment, and related vehicle and facilities items.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Experience with vehicle, fluids, and parts inventory and fleet maintenance software.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to operate buses and support equipment, including a plow truck, forklift, skid loader, and floor scrubber.
Proficient use of computers and electronic diagnostic programs.
Ability to read and speak English well enough to read technical documents and communicate effectively with team members.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including late evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with coworkers, subordinates, and the public, including diffusing escalated situations.
Interpersonal skills to exchange and convey information, receive work direction, and maintain effective relationships with employees, committees, and groups.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.
Knowledge of CNG operating principles.
Knowledge of fleet maintenance software principles.

Responsibilities

Administer and oversee maintenance needs for Metro Bus property and equipment, including fleet vehicles, support equipment, fueling stations, facilities, and grounds.
Oversee preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs, monitor maintenance intervals and checklists, and ensure accurate maintenance records and forms.
Perform road calls, switch out buses when equipment fails, and troubleshoot and repair buses roadside.
Ensure efficient maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep of Metro Bus vehicles, facilities, grounds, bus shelters, and stops, including snow removal and parking lot maintenance.
Oversee fueling of CNG and diesel buses using the tricorder and following standard operating procedures.
Manage inventory of parts, supplies, tires, equipment, fleet, fuel, and fluids using a Just in Time inventory management philosophy.
Complete tire mileage reports; post daily, weekly, and monthly fuel and fluid usage; and order and receive parts.
Directly supervise Mechanics, Fuelers, and Facility & Bus Cleaners and manage daily maintenance operations.
Manage employee performance through coaching, mentoring, addressing performance concerns, and issuing discipline as appropriate.
Ensure staff compliance with policies, rules, regulations, schedules, and documentation requirements.
Assist Human Resources and Training and Safety with screening, interviewing, hiring, training, and remedial programs.
Maintain preventative safety measures and procedures for shop safety and OSHA compliance, and ensure proper care and use of tools, equipment, and shop areas.
Communicate professionally and maintain respectful working relationships with coworkers and customers.
Follow safety guidelines and practices, use protective equipment when required, and address or report potentially unsafe conditions.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.