Transit Maintenance Manager — Lead & Optimize Fleet Ops

Transdev; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 2 weeks

Sick days 5 days

Holidays 12 days

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary long-term disability

Job summary

Transdev Seaside is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee mechanics, bus washers, utility workers, and administrative staff. The role ensures maintenance of heavy-duty transit equipment, manages inventory, safety policies, and budget adherence from a Seaside, CA base.

You will hire and train technicians, prioritize repairs, coordinate with outside vendors, and ensure operations run smoothly across shifts with travel under 10%.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Valid CDL Class B (or higher) with passenger and airbrake endorsements preferred.
• 7+ years experience in the repair and maintenance of all types of heavy-duty automotive and transit equipment.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Broad understanding of all mechanical systems related to heavy-duty transportation vehicles.
• Familiarity with laws & regulations associated with the safe operation of maintenance facilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Available to work shifts and flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and schedule Maintenance Technicians
• Approve priority of maintenance and repairs based on availability of materials and parts and requirements of scheduled operations
• Coordinate and oversee work performed by outside vendors
• Ensure company and client equipment is maintained and operating efficiently
• Manage inventory
• Implement safety policies and procedures for the department per corporate requirements
• Participate in the development and administration of the operational budget
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods
• Other duties as required.
• Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent): <10%

Skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transdev Seaside is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee mechanics, bus washers, utility workers, and administrative staff. The role ensures maintenance of heavy-duty transit equipment, manages inventory, safety policies, and budget adherence from a Seaside, CA base.

You will hire and train technicians, prioritize repairs, coordinate with outside vendors, and ensure operations run smoothly across shifts with travel under 10%.