Night Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Pension Plan

Deferred compensation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Union representation (Teamsters Local

Job summary

Regional Transit Service (RTS) in Rochester, NY, seeks a Garage Supervisor for nights to lead safe, efficient maintenance and repair of RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicles and facilities.

You will supervise maintenance staff, coordinate daily operations, and ensure work meets RTS standards. Weekend duties include opening/closing Service Building operations and supporting garage activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Leadership

Communication

Reading manuals

CDL Class B permit

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

Regional Transit Service (RTS) in Rochester, NY, seeks a Garage Supervisor for nights to lead safe, efficient maintenance and repair of RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicles and facilities.

You will supervise maintenance staff, coordinate daily operations, and ensure work meets RTS standards. Weekend duties include opening/closing Service Building operations and supporting garage activities.