Transdev Careers

Description

• Supervises mechanics, investigates, provides information, makes and administers decisions concerning employee discipline.
• Daily review of RTA dashboard and subsequent follow up on all abnormal issues.
• The Maintenance Supervisors also has the responsibility of scheduling time off.
• Evaluates the performance of both new and current employees.
• Facilitates and schedules training of both new and current employees.
• Works with Human Resources by participating in interview panels for maintenance positions.
• Monitors the budget at a sectional level.
• Explains administrative policies and procedures to employees; administers Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions.
• Monitors absences/PTO/FMLA usage; verifies and authorizes time sheets for payroll purposes.
• Represents Veolia Transportation at first level grievances.
• Assisting with scheduling outside contract labor for special projects and monitors the laborers performance.
• Conducts daily safety/shift turnover meetings with both mechanics and supervisor on duty.
• Works with facility maintenance to communicate issues relevant to a safe and pleasant work environment.

• Schedules major and minor repairs.
• Creates work orders for repairs to coaches, reviews past work orders for repairs to coaches, and reviews and closes current work orders.
• Assigns work to mechanics based on the work required and the qualifications of the mechanic.
• Makes on-the-spot decisions regarding repairs; and, at times, makes on-the-spot repairs when necessary.
• Communicates with mechanics on diagnosis and procedures for repair and assists with technical questions.
• Monitors tracking sheets generated by management to ensure repairs are completed in a timely manner.
• Monitors the work of both internal employees and vendors for quality and quantity.
• Works with Parts personnel to obtain the correct replacement parts.
• Decides which coaches to pull/swap out and relays this information to operations at least 8 hours in advance.
• Lists and schedules coaches ready for PMI’s and other work and communicates this information with operations.
• Assists with the scheduling of coaches needed for detailing and steaming for the service workers.

• Reviews work orders and all company generated reports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitors the status of down/out-of-service equipment and issues a daily report to the COP.
• Collects oil samples and sends them for analysis, with follow up on associated repairs and notification.
• Ensures work order closure at EOM as per RTA guidelines.

• Addresses environmental concerns or issues that develop within the facility.
• Addresses environmental concerns or issues that develop out on the road in case of a vehicle failure.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the yard and facilities by walking the facility at the start and end of each shift.
• Communicates with management both within and from other departments daily to ensure objectives are met.

• Supervises employees; monitors outside contract laborers                           35%
• Coordinates coach/fleet vehicle repairs and maintenance                             35%
• Tracks and analyzes data for various reports                                                 20%
• Performs tasks and projects as assigned                                                       10%

• Requires five (5) years of progressive mechanical experience to include diesel mechanic experience of which a minimum of 2 years must be in supervisory or lead role.
• An Associates degree in management, mechanical engineering or other related technical field is required or an amount of experience equivalent to an Associates degree.
• High School Diploma or GED and valid AZ driver’s license and the ability to obtain a CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement required.
• Must have forklift certification. 
• Must be computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
• Must be able to work amid constant interruptions, prioritize and deal with time pressures and be able to clearly communicate verbally and in written form.
• Must have a broad understanding of all mechanical systems related to heavy duty transportation vehicles to include transmissions, engines, brakes, climate control units.
• Must have strong organization and labor relations skills, have radio dispatch skills and have basic math skills for tracking trend and for report writing.
• This position is autonomous, and self-directed and the ability to handle crisis/conflict is required.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination including a drug test.