Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Katbus; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid personal days

Paid sick leave/Paid vacation

Job summary

Katbus is seeking a motivated Maintenance Supervisor to oversee fleet vehicle repairs and maintenance operations in Knoxville. You will supervise mechanics, enforce safety and environmental programs, and coordinate with dispatch to track vehicle status and service needs.

Responsibilities include ensuring OSHA/EPA compliance, preparing maintenance reports, and managing parts procurement. Applicants should have CDL, extensive diesel maintenance experience, and supervisory skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess or obtain a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement.
• Five (5) years of experience as a bus or heavy-duty diesel mechanic.
• Diploma or certificate in vehicle maintenance, diesel mechanics, or related field preferred.
• Six (6) or more years of related experience and two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Military experience may be accepted in lieu of equivalent experience or education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance staff with a focus on safety; assign and direct work; coach and evaluate performance.
• Coordinate work activities between shop sections and shifts.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations in maintenance operations.
• Assist mechanics in identifying parts and ordering work-order parts.
• Prepare maintenance reports and manage vendor invoices.
• Operate diagnostic software to troubleshoot bus components.

Skills

Safety leadership

Maintenance supervision

Communication

OHSA/EPA compliance

Payroll/timekeeping

Fleet maintenance knowledge

Diesel engine knowledge

Diagnostic software proficiency

Microsoft Office basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational certificate in vehicle maintenance

Tools

Cummins ISL/ISB knowledge

Allison B400/H40 knowledge

Diagnostic software proficiency

Microsoft Office basics

Job description

Katbus is seeking a motivated Maintenance Supervisor to oversee fleet vehicle repairs and maintenance operations in Knoxville. You will supervise mechanics, enforce safety and environmental programs, and coordinate with dispatch to track vehicle status and service needs.

Responsibilities include ensuring OSHA/EPA compliance, preparing maintenance reports, and managing parts procurement. Applicants should have CDL, extensive diesel maintenance experience, and supervisory skills.