Garage Supervisor (Nights)

RTS - Regional Transit Service; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

RTS - Regional Transit Service is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient maintenance and repair of RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicles, and to oversee multiple RTS facilities. The role includes supervising maintenance staff, coordinating daily operations, and ensuring work is completed in line with RTS standards.

Weekend duties include opening/closing the Service Building operations and supervising staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of heavy vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to obtain a New York State CDL Class B permit prior to employment.
• Must obtain a New York State CDL Class B license with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire (paid training provided).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and vehicle build drawings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily fleet maintenance operations during assigned shifts.
• Lead and support maintenance employees to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Coordinate the maintenance and repair of revenue and non-revenue vehicles.
• Oversee maintenance activities within RTS service buildings and facilities.
• Open and close Service Building operations on weekends.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, workflow, and repair priorities.
• Ensure compliance with RTS safety policies and DOT/FTA regulations.
• Review maintenance documentation, reports, and work orders.
• Communicate effectively with managers, technicians, operators, and other departments.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to employees.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Technical manuals reading

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Reports To: Manager of Fleet Maintenance

Salary Range: $31.20 $44.56 per hour (Based on Skills & Experience)

Available Schedules

Option 1

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday
• 8:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m.

Option 2

• Wednesday & Thursday: 9:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m.
• Saturday & Sunday: 4:00 p.m. 2:30 a.m.

Union Representation: Teamsters Local 118

Make an Impact at RTS

At Regional Transit Service (RTS), we connect our community to the people, places, and opportunities that matter most. With more than 1,000 employees serving eight counties, we provide safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation for nearly 8 million riders each year.

As a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, you'll provide frontline leadership to ensure the safe, efficient maintenance and repair of RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicles, while supporting the upkeep of RTS facilities. Your leadership helps keep our fleet operating safely and reliably for the communities we serve.

Why Join RTS?

Staying Healthy

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Feeling Secure

• RTS Pension Plan
• NYS Deferred Compensation Plan
• Life, Disability & Supplemental Insurance
• Union representation through Teamsters Local 118

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• 24/7 Fitness Center
• Wellness Program
• Culture & Inclusion Council
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Employee Discounts & More

Career & Professional Growth

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training and professional development
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Work with one of the nation's best-run public transit systems

About The Role

The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor is a safety-sensitive, first-line supervisory position responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient maintenance and repair of RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicles, as well as several RTS buildings and facilities. This position supervises maintenance employees, coordinates daily operations, and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with RTS standards. Weekend responsibilities include opening and closing Service Building operations and overseeing Service Building personnel in addition to garage operations.

What You'll Do

• Supervise daily fleet maintenance operations during assigned shifts.
• Lead and support maintenance employees to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Coordinate the maintenance and repair of revenue and non-revenue vehicles.
• Oversee maintenance activities within RTS service buildings and facilities.
• Open and close Service Building operations on weekends.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, workflow, and repair priorities.
• Ensure compliance with RTS safety policies and DOT/FTA regulations.
• Review maintenance documentation, reports, and work orders.
• Communicate effectively with managers, technicians, operators, and other departments.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to employees.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of heavy vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to obtain a New York State CDL Class B permit prior to employment.
• Must obtain a New York State CDL Class B license with required endorsements within six (6) months of hire (paid training provided).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and vehicle build drawings.
• English proficiency required for safety-sensitive communication, technical manuals, and work instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education beyond high school.
• ASE Certification.
• Experience in heavy-duty diesel vehicle maintenance.
• Mechanical and technical repair experience.
• Previous supervisory or lead experience, including employee coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary responsibilities.
• Experience in public transit or commercial fleet maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of fleet maintenance operations and preventive maintenance programs.
• Working knowledge of diesel propulsion, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and repair documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Access.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, tact, and diplomacy.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Work is performed in maintenance garages, service buildings, and outdoor environments.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, and climbing.
• Occasional lifting and moving of tools, equipment, and vehicle components.
• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment, vehicle exhaust, noise, vibration, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and work in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
• Physical ability to safely perform supervisory responsibilities throughout maintenance facilities.

Additional Information

RGRTA maintains a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations. All applicants for this safety-sensitive position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and will be subject to ongoing drug and alcohol testing throughout employment as required by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RGRTA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would create an undue hardship.