Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Max Transit; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in Birmingham as a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, where you'll lead a dedicated group of mechanics and maintenance personnel in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a diverse fleet of transit vehicles. This role demands a proactive leader who can manage multiple tasks, from scheduling maintenance activities to developing safety protocols. As a vital part of the transit authority, you'll not only enhance the operational standards but also contribute to the safety and reliability of public transportation. If you have a passion for mechanical systems and a knack for leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in your community.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in fleet maintenance with supervisory experience required.
• Must have a commercial driver's license and pass pre-employment physical.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fleet maintenance personnel and prioritize work assignments.
• Develop and implement maintenance standards and monitor work quality.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Supervisory skills

Technical report preparation

Safety compliance

Diagnostic skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification in heavy duty truck/bus mechanical instruction

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Under general supervision responsible for the fleet maintenance personnel (mechanics, general services, etc.) in the maintenance and repair of the BJCTA’s fleet; including diesel and compressed natural gas vehicles. Applicant must be able to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work.
• Processes work orders, defect slips, route sheets, fuel reports, employee request forms, mechanic paperwork and other related information.
• Schedules and prioritizes vehicle maintenance and repair activities; schedules backlog work based on severity.
• Develops and implements maintenance standards and repair activities; monitors work for quality.
• Monitors and recommends campaigns to improve the safety and operation of transit vehicles.
• Ability to diagnose, analyze and recommend solutions for safe and continuous operations of the fleet.
• Ability to prepare detailed and complex reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate accident situations and recommend improved operational procedures and methods.
• Ability to read a map and navigate the metropolitan Birmingham network.
• Performs on-the-job instruction and training in new repair techniques and the proper use of specialized tools or equipment.
• Provides technical assistance as needed.
• Assigns road calls.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to complete an assigned task in a safe manner and in a constant state of alertness.
• Must read chemical labels and follow safe handling procedures.
• Must understand and follow all safety rules.
• Must be able to work in a cooperative manner with co-workers and supervisors.
• Perform other duties similar in nature and level as assigned.
• Must attend mandatory meetings, as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise bus operators, and the overall transit service in an assigned section.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow the work practices and standard operating procedures for this position. Use and/or wear the appropriate equipment, protective devices or clothing that BJCTA requires. Report health and safety concerns related to performing the duties of your job to supervisors and report any ongoing/unresolved health and safety concerns to the Administration Department or safety representatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum age – 21 years.

EDUCATION

Education: High school diploma and/or equivalent. Completion of an approved technical or vocational certification program in heavy duty truck/bus mechanical instruction required, five years proven experience in fleet maintenance, diesel preferred. Five or more years supervisory experience or applicant must have at minimum 180 working days in the maintenance department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical, including drug screen and physical capabilities test.
• Must be able to attain a DOT Medical Card for eligibility.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the industry.
• Thorough knowledge of methods, practices, materials and tools of the diesel and gasoline repair trades.
• Thorough and/or ability to gain knowledge of the labor contract.
• Thorough knowledge of the operation, service, maintenance and repairs of a variety of transit equipment.
• Minimum age – 21 years.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Able to obtain First Aid Certification.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, ability to compute rates and percents and the ability to draw and interpret bar graphs from data.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

Current commercial drivers’ license, Class A or B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use of hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Position requires frequent lifting, reaching, climbing, pulling, stooping and kneeling.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job including subjection to moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, work space restrictions, intense noises, and travel. Position requires working in seasonal weather both indoors and outdoors.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that the BJCTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.

EEO - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran’s status, disability status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

NOTE

Candidates supervise the vehicle maintenance and mechanical repair activities on all BJCTA owned vehicles and equipment. Supervision over bargaining unit technicians, members of Local #725, and administrative shop cleaner.

Duties include prioritizing and assigning work, guiding and motivating employees, conducting performance evaluations. Interpret rules, policies and union contract, resolve work related problems, and oversee work orders/requisitions for parts, materials, components, equipment, fuel and lubricants for the repair and maintenance of BJCTA owned vehicles. Investigate vehicular and injury accident/incidents, implement employee training program, monitor day-to-day operations. Department staff 7 days a week with day/night/and swing shifts schedules.

Supervision – 30% (skilled and semi-skilled workers)

Allocation of work – 30%

TESTING

Applicants for this position may be administered a skills and knowledge test. Receipt by BJCTA of a verified negative drug test result and/or negative breath alcohol test result (<0.02 BAC) is required prior to employment. A verified positive drug and/or alcohol test will disqualify an applicant from employment.

BJCTA is a Drug-Free/Smoke-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Manager of Maintenance

FLSA Status: Administrative Hourly Non-Exempt