Maintenance Superintendent

About the role

The District is currently seeking candidates for the position of Maintenance Superintendent. Under general direction, this position, manages the delivery of fleet maintenance operations for an operating division or other District location including the planning, coordination and direction of cleaning, service maintenance, repair and overhaul of District vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements performance goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work plans for the assigned Maintenance division or other District location.
• Analyzes Maintenance department workload for the assigned division or location; sets priorities, and schedules activities for a complex 24-hour operation.
• Analyzes and maintains a wide variety of computerized and paper records, including buses “out late;” road call statistics and reasons; breakdown reports by specific manufacturer and equipment type; fuel, oil, and lubricant consumption; vehicle repairs; accumulated engine mileage; tire life; and overhaul status.
• Analyzes the causes of unscheduled maintenance, implements reduction plans, reviews results, and modifies as needed to attain on-time performance acceptable to the District.
• Supervises staff directly, and through subordinate supervisors; develops, mentors and guides staff in achieving goals and objectives; coaches and develops employees; provides constructive feedback on performance and behaviors; reviews and evaluates work; counsels and handles personnel actions as needed; monitors the assignment and completion of projects and jobs, including staff performance.
• Authorizes and monitors the training of division maintenance personnel.
• Counsels employees on problems affecting work performance. Determines the need for discipline, issues adverse letters, and participates in disciplinary or grievance hearings.
• Meets informally with union officials and/or shop stewards to resolve concerns regarding working conditions; in order to avoid grievances.
• Consults with Transportation Department personnel regarding the availability of revenue vehicles, and other requirements.
• Schedules major and minor bus component replacement and overhauls. Coordinates the installation of new equipment, such as wheelchair lifts, and electronic fare boxes.
• Schedules construction, remodeling, or repair of buildings, equipment, and premises.
• Consults with the staff of the Procurement Department and Materials unit to set specifications, and review tool and equipment orders.
• Prepares estimates of labor, parts, and material costs for vehicle and facilities maintenance projects and activities.
• Consults with representatives of vehicle and parts manufacturers in regard to District performance requirements, vehicle and equipment wear, failure trends, and other issues.
• Enforces Cal/OSHA laws and District safety rules and regulations. Submits industrial injury reports following OSHA guidelines.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the Maintenance Division, providing leadership and direction to the team.
• Ensures the confidentiality and security of all division personnel records.
• Performs periodic personal inspection tours of all division maintenance facilities, including individual shops and buses, during on-duty hours.
• Initiates and responds to correspondence, telephone calls, and emails.
• Stays abreast of changing laws, regulations, procedures, best practices and regulatory compliance requirements pertaining to maintenance operations.

Requirements

• Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration, Management, or a similar field.
• Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in heavy duty-coach maintenance, at least three (3) years of which involved supervisory and/or management level experience and responsibilities equivalent to an AC Transit Senior Maintenance Supervisor.
• Licenses: Must possess or obtain, and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License, and meet the District’s driving standards.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends, and be on call 24 hours a day, as required by the regular schedule and the demands of the job.
• Must maintain the physical condition necessary to (1) perform tasks in an office setting operating a personal computer, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment; and (2) possess physical mobility in order to move around a large maintenance facility.

Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Cal/OSHA laws and District safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

In addition to working for the largest bus agency in California, make a difference in our local community, and promote AC Transit as a great employer of the East Bay. In addition to a competitive salary, AC Transit offers an excellent benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending, and 457 savings plan.