NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor
Bakersfield
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $94K/yr
2+ years expGolden Empire Transit District is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor to oversee vehicle and equipment maintenance operations. This role involves directing the activities of maintenance employees, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining safety and cleanliness standards for the fleet.
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Responsibilities
Oversees vehicle and equipment maintenance by directing activities of maintenance employees to insure the cleanliness and safety of vehicles in accordance with all Federal, State and Local laws
Supervises assigned Maintenance Department activities including vehicle repairs and preventative maintenance, compressed natural gas station repairs, vehicle servicing, and vehicle cleaning operations
Plan, organize, schedule, assign, supervise, train, review, and evaluates the work of subordinates involved in fleet maintenance, including vehicle repairs, preventive maintenance, component overhauls and collision repairs
Supervises and occasionally works hands on with employees engaged in the repair, maintenance, and servicing of vehicles or equipment
Assists informing employees of District policies and procedures and assures compliance
Supervises and coordinates all vehicle, equipment and compressed natural gas station repairs performed by outside contractors
Plans and organizes work to meet schedules and timelines
Ensures the work quality of employees by performing inspections
Reviews and approves work order information associated with vehicle or equipment repairs
Monitors the District’s Preventable Maintenance Inspection’s to ensure inspections and defect repairs are performed in accordance with the departmental goals and Federal and State regulations in both time and mileage
Assures parts, supplies, and services are obtained to maintain the fleet in accordance with departmental goals and repairs are performed timely to reduce vehicle down time
Handles all vehicle safety notices and recalls and ensures corrective action is performed
Determines schedules (including overtime as necessary), sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment and skill of personnel
Handles radio communications and coordinate road calls
Maintains daily bus availability, vehicles undergoing maintenance and return to service activity and reporting
Responsible for scheduling collision repair activities and prepare repair estimates as needed
Prepares reports and records of personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, work performed and shift activities
Utilize the District’s VMS (Vehicle Maintenance Software)
Fosters a respectful, collaborative work environment with coworkers, other departments, and vendors
Provide leadership, by example, to these personnel, establishing and maintaining quality standards, encourages professionalism and pride in their work
In coordination with the Maintenance Manager, hire, assign work, counsel, discipline, terminate and provide training to subordinate personnel
Provide supervision, guidance, compliance and adherence to employment-related policies and processes to ensure a fair, harassment, and discrimination-free workplace
Monitor the performance of maintenance personnel, set specific goals, and evaluate completion quality
Provide technical assistance and advice to maintenance employees
Prepare daily time records for maintenance employees
Establish and maintain quality standards, encourage professionalism and pride in their work
Provide supervision, guidance, compliance and adherence to the Agency Safety Plan related policies and processes to ensure a safe workplace
Comply with all applicable regulations related to Cal-OSHA and other federal and state safety regulations and enforce the District’s Maintenance Department safety procedures and policies
Ensure compliance with District policies, procedures, and operating practices related to maintenance operations
Supervise and manage work teams consistent with best practices and the collective bargaining agreement
Supervise and coordinate vehicle repairs and CNG and Hydrogen station work performed by outside contractors
Purchase supplies and services, utilizing the District’s computer/software systems
Write clear and concise documents, correspondence and reports
Provide leadership, by example
Handle radio communications and coordinate road calls
Report to work as scheduled
Must be willing to meet the needs of the District in a 24/7/365 public service environment
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Two (2) to Four (4) years hands on experience with commercial vehicle fleet maintenance and repair
A minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience
Possession of or must be able to obtain ASE Transit Bus Air Brake and Preventative Maintenance Certification within six (6) months of hire date
Possession of or must be able to obtain TIA Tire Certification within six (6) months of hire date
Possession of or must be able to obtain Forklift Permit within six (6) months of hire date
Possess a valid California Driver's License with a driving record acceptable to the District
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a Class B California Commercial Driver's License with air brake and passenger endorsements
Principles, methods and efficient operating practices of heavy equipment maintenance and repair, time/cost estimation, inventory practices
Principles and practices of supervision, including performance evaluation, scheduling, mentoring, coaching and counseling techniques
Cost control of techniques applicable to maintenance and repair
Maintenance management planning and reporting techniques
Methods of diagnosing malfunctions for a variety of mechanical systems
Accident and incident investigations procedures
Safety principles, practices and regulations related to vehicle and employee safety
Record keeping systems and applications for tracking a variety of vehicle maintenance, service and repair activities
Vehicle inspection practices
Knowledge of vehicle maintenance shop operations, including knowledge of: parts, materials, heavy duty vehicle repairs, preventative maintenance programs, tools and equipment used in the repair of motorized equipment and vehicles
Knowledge of vehicle preventative maintenance programs and practices including BIT inspections and commercial vehicle out of service criteria
Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office environment, to include Word, Excel, and Outlook
Requisite reading, mathematical and written language skills in order to perform the essential function of the job
Learn and be proficient using the District's VMS (Vehicle Maintenance Software)
Diagnose basic vehicle defects in electrical, air conditioning, engine, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, chassis, and hydraulic systems
Maintain accurate records and prepare other related reports using the computer system
Use the District's computer systems and printers to maintain timekeeping records, work orders, inventory inquiries, purchase orders, and track District incentive programs
Drive District vehicles to travel and inspect other vehicles and facilities
Use office machines to prepare reports, total receipts, check accuracy of invoices and packing slips, make copies, file copies, etc
Use two-way radio system to communicate with employees and co-workers
Ability to use file cabinets and electronic records systems for record storage
Ability to use manual and electronic calendar to schedule & track repairs, projects, employee attendance, etc
Ability to use common office items (e.g. pens and pencils to write notes, memos, etc. stapler to fasten papers, ink stamps to mark purchase order copies, packing slips, etc
Operate a forklift to move heavy equipment or materials
Use various hand tools to work on projects
Use various diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot mechanical systems
Plan, organize and supervise vehicle maintenance employees
Evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of maintenance staff
Read and interpret complex technical specifications
Learn, understand and operate maintenance software systems
Understand and properly interpret District and various mechanical maintenance procedures
Identify and analyze operational problems and implement changes
Make appropriate work-related decisions and independent judgments
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with those contacted in the course and scope of work
Determine appropriate course of actions in emergency or stressful situations
Understand program objectives in relation to District goals and procedures
Effectively delegate responsibility and authority to others when required
Read, write, and comprehend spoken and written directions
Adhere to and instruct others regarding written safety procedures
Preferred
College coursework in or graduation from a vocational/technical college is preferred
A minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience is preferred
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Company
NEOGOV
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