Manager of Automotive & Equipment Maintenance

BART•Oakland Shops, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Automotive & Equipment Maintenance leads BART’s Non-Revenue Vehicle Maintenance Division, overseeing personnel and operations responsible for maintaining, repairing, and modifying the District’s fleet cars, heavy-duty maintenance equipment, and specialized high-rail and track-driven equipment. The role directs daily shop operations, including fabrication, welding, and machine-shop activities, to support fleet reliability, equipment availability, and operational readiness. The Manager develops vehicle and equipment specifications, evaluates vendor bids and products, coordinates fleet procurement, monitors contract compliance, and provides technical and administrative support to the Sr. Manager of Fleet Management. The position manages staffing and shop operations, employee development, fleet performance and availability, work orders and asset management, budgets, and operational reporting. Workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance are essential. This role supports a 24-hour, multi-shift maintenance operation. The Manager must be available for 24/7 on-call support, coordinate emergency response during critical incidents, and work off-hours, including swing or grave shifts as operational needs require.

Requirements

Associate degree in automotive technology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; additional qualifying experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Five years of full-time-equivalent, verifiable automotive and equipment maintenance and fleet administration experience, including at least two years of administrative and supervisory experience.
Valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Sufficient mobility to inspect the work of others.
Knowledge of automotive and equipment maintenance operations; maintenance, repair, and modification materials, tools, and equipment; fleet management and administration; preventive maintenance; bid specifications and procurement; track and high-rail apparatus; budgeting; supervision and training; and applicable laws and regulations.
Skill in managing and coordinating maintenance services; supervising, training, and evaluating staff; developing service supply contracts and equipment specifications; evaluating products and bids; interpreting maintenance policies and regulations; preparing administrative and financial reports; analyzing problems and implementing recommendations; researching service-delivery methods; communicating clearly; and maintaining effective working relationships.
Availability to support a 24-hour, multi-shift operation, including 24/7 on-call support and off-hours work on swing or grave shifts as operational needs require.
Demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in automotive technology.
Proven leadership of complex fleet maintenance and operations programs.
Fleet operations experience in a public agency, public transit organization, or similarly complex operational environment.
Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and fleet management systems.
Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives in a multi-shift operational environment.
Proficiency in preventive maintenance scheduling and planning.
Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, including those established by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), as applicable to the operation.
Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001.
Experience implementing safety programs, maintaining accurate maintenance documentation, supporting audits, establishing performance measures, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Manage the Non-Revenue Vehicle Maintenance Division’s maintenance, repair, and modification of District automotive and maintenance equipment, including fleet cars, light-, medium-, and heavy-duty equipment, and high-rail and track-driven apparatus.
Oversee division organization, staffing, and operations, including fabrication, welding, and machine-shop activities; monitor material and parts supplies.
Develop and implement program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities, and recommend and administer procedures.
Monitor service delivery efficiency and effectiveness and recommend appropriate service and staffing levels.
Develop automotive and equipment specifications; review contractor and vendor bids, recommend selections, coordinate fleet procurement, evaluate products, and monitor contracts for compliance.
Plan, direct, coordinate, and review staff work; assign activities and projects; evaluate work products and procedures; and resolve problems with staff.
Provide instruction and advice on vehicle maintenance, repair, fabrication, and supply issues; inspect work and ensure compliance with District and mandated standards.
Select, train, motivate, and evaluate maintenance personnel; address performance deficiencies and implement discipline or termination procedures.
Oversee and participate in the division’s annual budget development and administration; forecast funding needs, monitor and approve expenditures, and implement adjustments.
Serve as the division’s liaison with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies, and negotiate and resolve sensitive issues.
Provide staff assistance to the Division Manager, Maintenance Support; participate in committees; and prepare and present staff reports and correspondence.
Coordinate maintenance activities across shifts, divisions, and outside agencies and organizations.
Attend professional group meetings and stay informed about trends and innovations in automotive and equipment maintenance.
Provide 24/7 on-call support for fleet and shop operations and coordinate emergency response during critical incidents.