Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor / Foreman II Garages

NJ TRANSIT; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NJ TRANSIT is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Camden, New Jersey, responsible for supervising employees and coordinating bus maintenance. The role involves ensuring vehicles are safe for operation, overseeing stock management, and enhancing staff productivity in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of applied experience in bus or automotive maintenance.
• Knowledge and experience in automotive maintenance of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employees on assigned shifts.
• Coordinates with other Maintenance Foremen and Transportation staff.
• Monitors workforce to coordinate maintenance activities.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Technical knowledge with computers

Written and communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Supervises employees on assigned shifts, including assigning, and reviewing work to ensure sufficient, clean, and safe vehicles are available for pull-out.
• Coordinates with other Maintenance Foremen and Transportation staff at the garage, the Control Center, and Bus garages to ensure that road calls are properly handled and that pull-outs go smoothly.
• Monitors workforce at assigned locations to coordinate maintenance activities and clean-up activities and to ensure equipment is inspected in accordance with NJ TRANSIT maintenance standards.
• Supervises stock room, authorizes special orders, issues materials, and ensures security and accurate stock accounting.
• Trains, counsels, and motivates staff to maintain and improve productivity.
• Enforces work rules, safety, and cleanliness standards, and monitors the condition of the facility and equipment.
• Responsible for monitoring the timeliness and completeness of the revenue collection system, including proper vaulting procedures and reporting procedures.

Education, Qualifications, and Experience :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years of applied experience in bus or automotive maintenance

Knowledge and Skills :

Required :

• Knowledge and experience in automotive maintenance of vehicles
• Technical knowledge working on computers
• Excellent written and communication skills

Preferred :

• Supervisory experience
• Fast-paced garage / warehouse work environment
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Exposure to equipment, machinery / vehicles, chemicals, and other hazardous materials
• Garages are highly noisy / loud, contain dirt and dust, and are always open with exposure to extreme temperatures during different seasons

Physical Demands and Other Conditions :

• Perform tasks that may include heavy physical labor such as lifting and carrying heavy items
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, kneel, and bend throughout the workday
• Must be able to pass NJ TRANSIT’s pre-employment physical
• NJ TRANSIT Bus Garages are open 24 / 7 and 365 days, shifts and schedules can vary, and may include nights, weekends, and holidays as required or assigned