Supervisor Bus Maintenance - Illinois

Bi-State Development Agency of the Missouri-Illinois Metropolitan District

6d•$84,750 - $113,315

About The Position

The Supervisor Bus Maintenance oversees the efficient and timely repair and maintenance of the bus fleet to ensure vehicle availability for safe, reliable passenger service. The role maintains quality while controlling costs, supervises union staff, and coordinates preventive and predictive maintenance, repairs, fueling, cleaning, and parking. It also supports workforce development, effective resource use, equipment safety, and positive customer and public relations.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in Auto or Diesel Technology or a related field.
Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical procedures, methods, tools, and techniques for maintaining and repairing a transit bus fleet.
Knowledge of diesel technology as it relates to repair and overhaul.
Knowledge of transit coach mechanical systems and how those systems operate together.
Organizational, written communication, oral communication, reading, comprehension, troubleshooting, mechanical, teaching, complex problem-solving, and personal computer skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate CDL license and DOT medical certification.
Ability to research and organize data to develop long-range action plans.
Ability to respond successfully to daily events while maintaining progress toward planned outcomes.
Ability and willingness to foster teamwork within the Vehicle Maintenance Department and with other departments.
Ability to prioritize multiple demands from 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 relevant new products, procedures, and changing technology.
Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software applications.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Supervise union staff and ensure bus fleet availability by inspecting, planning, scheduling, and following up on maintenance and repairs.
Develop and maintain vehicle-specific preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Support and develop a highly trained and motivated workforce.
Maximize the use of resources and the availability of equipment.
Ensure equipment safety.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project the consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and maintain positive public relations, with an emphasis on customer service, staff development, and cooperative management practices.
Supervise union staff responsible for daily bus fueling, cleaning, and parking.
Ensure materials are available for maintenance and repairs by ordering parts and out-of-stock items as needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day.
Four weeks of paid time off each year.
Ten paid holidays annually and one floating birthday holiday.
Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan.
Supplemental insurance through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Wellness program with free health screenings.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support and resources.
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village.
Access to nine onsite gyms available 24/7.
Free MetroLink and MetroBus access.
Discounted cell phone plans.