Mechanic Supervisor - Transit (2nd Shift)

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED

Wichita (KS)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 82,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

City of Wichita is hiring for a skilled supervisory mechanic position. The role oversees the maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment, plans work priorities, and performs complex diagnostics.

The job includes evening hours, review of work, parts coordination, and quality control during road testing. Required qualifications include four years of mechanical repair experience, two years in supervision, and the ability to obtain a Kansas Class A/B CDL with Passenger endorsement within

Qualifications

Four years of progressively responsible experience performing skilled mechanical repair and maintenance on vehicular equipment.
Two years of supervisory or lead-worker responsibilities.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
A valid Kansas Driver’s license.
Ability to acquire and maintain a Kansas class A or B CDL with Passenger endorsement within 120 days.

Responsibilities

Schedules and supervises the work of employees.
Helps in diagnosis and repair of difficult mechanical repairs.
Estimates time and material required to repair vehicles/equipment.
Reviews parts requirements and places orders for replacement parts.
Inspects buildings, machinery and equipment to identify need for repair work.
Coordinates with storeroom personnel for parts and material needs.
Uses Computerized Maintenance Management System and maintains records.
Evaluates work procedures and recommends methods to improve productivity.
Ensures quality repairs through re-inspection and road testing.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical repair

Computer usage

Driver’s license

CDL with Passenger endorsement

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Distinguishing Features of Work

This position performs skilled supervisory work in the maintenance and mechanical repair of City of Wichita vehicles and equipment. The employee plans, assigns, and reviews the work of mechanics and service attendants while also performing complex diagnostic and repair tasks. Work is received in both verbal and written form, and the employee is responsible for establishing work priorities and determining appropriate methods and procedures to complete assignments.

Workdays and Hours

Monday - Friday 4:30 PM - 1:00 AM

Bargaining Unit

Transit Teamsters

Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
Posting may close at any time **

Examples of Work Performed

Schedules and supervises the work of employees.
Helps in diagnosis and repair of difficult mechanical repairs.
Estimates time and material required to repair vehicles/equipment.
Reviews parts requirements and places orders for replacement parts.
Inspects buildings, machinery and equipment to identify need for repair work.
Coordinates with storeroom personnel for parts and material needs.
Ability to utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System and maintain records and compiles reports as required.
Evaluates work procedures and recommends methods to improve productivity and efficiency.
Ensures quality repairs through re-inspection and road testing.
These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

Thorough knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools and equipment used in the vehicular maintenance and mechanical trade.
Thorough knowledge of vehicle/equipment fabrication, frame repair, welding, and related work.
Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Ability to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft products such as Excel and Word.
Ability to sit at a desk for six to eight hours per day using a computer.
Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
Ability to tolerate exposure to paints, solvents, and fluids used in shop work.
Ability to read and apply information contained in technical repair manuals.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and employees of other Departments.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
Ability to acquire and maintain (within 120 days of start date) a valid Kansas class "A or B" commercial driver's license (CDL) with Passenger (P) endorsement. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.

Experience and Training

Required Experience And Training

Four years of progressively responsible experience performing skilled mechanical repair and maintenance on vehicular equipment.
Two years of supervisory or lead-worker responsibilities.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
A valid Kansas Driver’s license.
Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas class "A or B" commercial driver's license (CDL) with Passenger (P) endorsement. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.

Preferred Experience and Training

Previous experience, knowledge, and operation of electric propulsion vehicles.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlan.pdf

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

CITY OF WICHITA

Full-time Employee Benefits

VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE– The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES

Deferred Compensation Investment Program

Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)

Bereavement Pay

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Voluntary Shared Leave Program

Training Programs

Longevity Pay

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Injury Leave (on-job injury)

Community Volunteer Events

I have the following years of progressively responsible experience performing skilled mechanical repair and maintenance on vehicular equipment

Less than 1 year of experience
1 year of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
4 to 5 years of experience
+6 years of experience
I do not have progressively responsible experience performing skilled mechanical repair and maintenance on vehicular equipment.

I have the following years of supervisory or lead-worker experience

Less than 1 year of experience
1 year of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
4+ years of experience
I do not have progressively responsible supervisory or lead-worker experience.

I Have Experience/knowledge Of Electric Propulsion Vehicles

(2mo) This Position Requires a Class A Or Class B CDL With Air Brake And Passenger Endorsements. Please Identify Your Current CDL Status

I currently have a Class A CDL with no endorsements
I currently have a Class A CDL with air brake endorsement.
I currently have a Class A CDL with passenger endorsement.
I currently have a Class A CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement.
I currently have a Class B CDL
I currently have a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
I currently have a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement.
I currently have a Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement.
I do not have either a Class A or Class B CDL with endorsements, but am willing and able to obtain this CDL with endorsements within 120 days of hire.
I am not willing or able to obtain a Class A or Class B CDL with endorsements.