Fleet Maintenance Supervisor: Lead Diesel Bus Repairs

First Student, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

First Student, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee day-to-day maintenance and the diagnosis, repair, and overhaul of buses and related equipment.

You will lead the shop team, coordinate vehicle availability with operations, ensure compliance with company, state, and federal requirements, and manage priorities, parts, and safety in a fast-paced transportation environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training preferred.
• Valid CDL with all required endorsements.
• At least three years of hands-on mechanical and supervisory experience.
• Experience repairing and maintaining diesel engines, buses, or other heavy-duty vehicles preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead employees, organize workloads, and manage competing priorities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer and maintenance-recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to lift approximately 20 to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and other fleet maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues involving diesel engines, buses, and related equipment.
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair work as needed.
• Coordinate vehicle availability with dispatch, the Maintenance Manager, and other operations personnel.
• Plan and distribute daily work assignments based on shop priorities and operational needs.
• Delegate responsibilities, monitor performance, and provide direction and support to maintenance employees.
• Assist with personnel matters, including hiring, promotions, performance management, and disciplinary recommendations, subject to management review and approval.
• Ensure day-to-day compliance with company policies and all applicable state and federal requirements.
• Review repair orders for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Work closely with location leadership to provide updates on fleet condition, maintenance priorities, staffing, and budget needs.
• Order parts, fuel, and outside repair services when required.
• Oversee vehicle fueling and related maintenance support activities.
• Coordinate building or grounds services when assigned.
• Identify opportunities to improve shop productivity, operating efficiency, safety, and vehicle reliability.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication

Supervisory experience

Prioritization

Education

HS diploma

Tech/vocational training

Job description

First Student, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee day-to-day maintenance and the diagnosis, repair, and overhaul of buses and related equipment.

You will lead the shop team, coordinate vehicle availability with operations, ensure compliance with company, state, and federal requirements, and manage priorities, parts, and safety in a fast-paced transportation environment.