Transit Maintenance Supervisor: Lead Fleet & Safety

Capital Area Transportation Authority; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Area Transportation Authority in Lansing, MI is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance personnel and manage the preventive maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of vehicles, equipment, and facilities. The role requires coordinating with the Director of Maintenance and often working >40 hours per week to meet service needs.

Responsibilities include directing teams, supervising diagnostic and repair work, utilizing fleet software, and generating reports.

Qualifications

• High school degree minimum with some college or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License with BP endorsements with eligible driving status from the State of Michigan.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and other current computer applications used at CATA.
• Able to supervise and instruct employees.
• ASE or State of Michigan certifications for heavy-duty and bus repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise maintenance personnel.
• Authorize the execution of repairs.
• Direct and supervise mechanics/mechanic helpers on appropriate diagnostic and repair processes and/or direct and supervise utility personnel in the cleaning, servicing, and care of CATA property.
• Communicate and coordinate with the Manager of Facilities and Grounds on all building and equipment-related problems.
• Diagnose and repair fare collection equipment.
• Utilize fleet management software to assign daily work assignment, issue and track work orders, issue parts to jobs, track labor utilization, and track costs of repairs.
• Work proactively and maintain positive relationships with administrative and union personnel.
• Maintain customer and route change information postings on vehicles.
• Maintain cleaning supply inventory and equipment.
• Maintain positive relationships with maintenance and management personnel.
• Provide required data, materials, and reports, both oral and written.
• Follow high standards and practices at all times, including adherence to CATA’s commitment toequal employment opportunity.
• Work flexible schedules, as needed, outside of regular business hours and in excess of 40 hours per week to meet responsibilities.
• Maintain service and quality standards.
• Follow and promote safe work practices and all CATA safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Know and perform all job duties within essential functions and as directed by CATA management, policies, procedures, and contractual agreements.
• Perform other duties as required by the Director of Maintenance.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school degree with some college

ASE or Michigan certification (heavy-duty/bus)

Tools

Fleet management software

Microsoft Office

Transit software

Job description

Capital Area Transportation Authority in Lansing, MI is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance personnel and manage the preventive maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of vehicles, equipment, and facilities. The role requires coordinating with the Director of Maintenance and often working >40 hours per week to meet service needs.

Responsibilities include directing teams, supervising diagnostic and repair work, utilizing fleet software, and generating reports.