Supervisor Bus Maintenance

Bi-State Development Agency of the Missouri-Illinois Metropolitan District•Brentwood, MO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

To effect efficient, timely repair and maintenance of the bus fleet so as to assure vehicle availability to meet safety and passenger service requirements while maintaining a high degree of quality in the most cost effective manner possible.

Requirements

Comprehensive Knowledge of proper mechanical procedures, methods, tools, and techniques necessary to effect proper maintenance and repair of transit bus fleet.
Knowledge of diesel technology as it relates to repair and overhaul.
Knowledge of transit coach mechanical systems and the synthesis involved in the cohesive operation of those systems.
Organizational skills
Written communication skills
Oral communication skills
Reading comprehension skills
Troubleshooting skills
Mechanical skills
Teaching skills
Complex problem solving skills
Personal computer skills
Ability to research and organize data to develop long-range action plan.
Ability to react successfully to daily events while maintaining progress toward planed outcomes.
Ability and willingness to foster a team environment within the Vehicle Maintenance Department and with other departments in the course of daily activities.
Ability to prioritize multiple demands by internal and external customers.
Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
Ability to tolerate loud noise.
Ability to evaluate, organize and motivate union employees engaged in mechanical repair in an industrial environment.
Ability to keep abreast of new products, procedures, and changing technology relevant to this position.
Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software applications
Minimum five (5) years of experience in Auto or Diesel Technology or related field.

Nice To Haves

Two-year college or technical degree in Auto or Diesel Technology or related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervision of union staff, to ensure bus fleet is available for service by inspecting, planning, scheduling, and following up on maintenance and repairs.
Develop and maintain a vehicle specific preventive and predictive maintenance program.
Highly trained and motivated work force.
Maximize resource utilization.
Maximize equipment availability.
Assure equipment safety.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develops and maintains positive public relations with emphasis on customer service. Committed to staff development and cooperative management practices.
Supervision of union staff, to ensure the daily fueling, cleaning and parking of bus fleet.
Ensure materials are available for maintenance and repairs by ordering parts and out of stock items as needed.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
4 weeks of paid time off (PTO) each year
10 paid holidays annually
A floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan
Supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
Wellness program, which includes free health screenings
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
Onsite gyms, available 24/7
Free MetroLink and MetroBus access
Discounted cell phone plans