Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

Indygo; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401A/457B retirement plan

Free transportation for employees and

Wellness clinic

Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

IndyGo, Indianapolis’ largest public transit provider, seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor to oversee represented maintenance staff and the upkeep of our fleet. You will manage repairs, ensure preventive maintenance, and help plan and document maintenance actions to keep our rolling stock in safe, reliable service.

The role requires 3–5 years in vehicle maintenance and customer service, a valid Indiana license, and the ability to lead in a union environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or an associates degree in automotive or engineering preferred.
• Three to five years of vehicle maintenance experience and customer service experience required, preferably in a union environment.
• Valid Indiana Driver’s License required; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine, gather, and provide parts, tools, and labor for bus vehicle and equipment repairs.
• Supervise vehicle and equipment repairs; manage workflow and verify units are properly fixed.
• Ensure preventative maintenance, repairs, fueling, and cleaning of rolling stock are timely and thorough.
• Enforce departmental policies including work schedules and assignment of personnel.
• Complete paperwork and reports; document maintenance actions and close work orders.
• Provide support to mechanics and address inquiries or complaints.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Trade school/associate

Job description

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Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

SALARY NON-EXEMPT Full-Time Management Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, US

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

Position Title: Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

Safety Sensitive: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Preventative Maintenance & Repairs

Division: Operations

ABOUT US

We are IndyGo, a Municipal Corporation of Indianapolis – Marion County, and we’re proud to be the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana. We operate 32 transit routes throughout the county, providing nearly 10 million passenger trips a year to the good citizens of our region. IndyGo is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals.

WHO WE ARE

A key measure of any great city is the ease of getting from one place to another. We call it “mobility.” It’s as essential as access to electricity and clean water. It moves a city forward to become a better place of opportunity and community. It’s a measure of a city’s vitality and potential, and it reflects a city’s judgment about its civic priorities. It makes a city a better home and a better place to visit.

At IndyGo, getting people from one place to another is much more than just moving riders; it’s about getting our riders to their hopes and dreams, to their education and careers, to their families and friends, to their health and well-being, and another day of life in Indianapolis and the surrounding areas.

We’re here because you’ve got somewhere you need to be, and you need an easy, reliable way to get there. So come on; get on and get going to wherever you want to go on IndyGo.

INDYGO MISSION

As the region's largest transit authority, we are duty-bound to set the bar for transparency, trust, and overall professionalism. Our mission is to connect our community to economic and cultural opportunities through safe, reliable, and accessible mobility experiences.

Accountability:

Diversity: We promote, embrace, and value all individuals.

Safety: We ensure safe and secure environments.

Excellence: We strive for quality in everything we do.

Teamwork: We actively promote effective communication, collaboration, and partnerships.

Respect: We value and treat all with dignity.

BENEFITS WE OFFER

• Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours/week.
• Medical, dental, and vision (effective on the 1 st of the month, 30 days after the start date).
• Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families.
• Retirement plan (401A and 457B).
• Free IndyGo transportation for employees and their families.
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

POSITION PURPOSE

The Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the oversight of represented maintenance employees and the maintenance of the corporation’s equipment and rolling stock.

*The salary for this position is $55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to perform in a satisfactory manner the functions listed below. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Determine, gather, and provide the materials, parts, tools, and labor necessary for bus vehicle and equipment repairs.
• Supervise all vehicle and equipment repairs; manage an efficient workflow and verify units have been properly fixed.
• Ensure that preventative and predictive maintenance, repair work, and fueling and cleaning of rolling stock and equipment are accomplished in a timely and thorough
  manner.
• Enforce departmental policies, including policies related to work schedules and assigning personnel to carry out required work effectively.
• Complete relevant paperwork and reports; this includes ensuring that all maintenance actions (bus defects and repairs, etc.) are properly documented.
• Create and close work orders as appropriate.
• Provide support to mechanics, including answering questions and addressing complaints.
• Manage labor relations, ensuring labor is assigned in accordance with the current contract.
• This position is accountable for safety in the workplace.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Recommend new methods aimed at improving maintenance procedures and controlling the use of materials, parts, and supplies; work with other departments, including but not limited to storeroom fixed route and flexible and contracted services, to improve processes and services and to reduce costs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervise one or more employees.
• Apply supervisory responsibilities according to organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Assist with interviews, hiring decisions, and training employees; plans, schedules, assigns, and directs work; sets goals for the staff; evaluates and manages employee performance; addresses complaints and resolves employee issues.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal trade school or an associate degree in an automotive or engineering program or a related field is preferred.
• Three to five years of vehicle maintenance experience and customer service experience is required, preferably in a union environment.
• A valid Indiana Operators Driver’s License is required; a valid Indiana Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of vehicle maintenance and how to install, maintain, and repair relevant equipment; this includes knowledge related to preventative maintenance, related safety guidelines and parameters, mechanics, electrical systems, HVAC systems, and the vehicle structure and body.
• Operational knowledge of mandated safety principles related to personal protective equipment, chemical hazards, lockout/tag out, and general shop safety and cleanliness practices.
• Knowledge of labor relations and contract negotiations.
• Proficiency in using a computer and related technology, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, the Internet, and complex spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to operate office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, and phones.
• Good presentation skills and the ability to communicate to groups.
• Ability to interact with others, both in person and through phone, e‑mail, and written correspondence.
• Above average decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic mathematical abilities (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Ability to prioritize, classify, and manage tasks and time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work independently with work checked on a regular basis.
• Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time, to position self to work in a confined space, and to move throughout the workday, occasionally between departments and facilities.
• Requires exposure to heavy machinery and equipment, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, fumes/odors, some hazardous materials, and dirt/dust.
• Evening and weekend work and holiday hours are required occasionally; “on-call” availability is required.