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Assistant Maintenance Manager

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.  

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

Job Purpose: 

Oversees the day-to-day functions and operations of the maintenance department. Assist the Maintenance Manager in all aspect of their duties. Ensures all DOT specifications are met.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise maintenance staff.
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
• Responsible for hiring, coaching, counseling, and issuing discipline to maintenance staff members through documentation in accordance with Company and client specifications.
• Manage equipment, parts and supplies inventories.
• Ensure all mechanics have proper licenses and certifications.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment, machinery, and facilities to identify maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and equipment history.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction within the maintenance department.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient operation of the maintenance facility.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma required; some college preferred.
• Must have 3+ years of supervisory experience in a maintenance environment.
• Must have 3+ years’ experience dealing with heavy equipment.  Experience with hybrid vehicles a plus.
• Experience working with Unions and in the transportation industry a must.
• Must have previous experience supervising employees on multiple shifts.
• ASE certifications are required.
• Must be a team player yet able to work well independently.
• Must be able to demonstrate poise, tact, diplomacy and possesses good judgment and discretion.
• Detail oriented, well organized, and possess effective time management skills.
• General knowledge of Windows-based computer operating system and Microsoft office package.
• Must be able to work flexible hours or shifts.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by the employee to successful perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations can possibly be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Work is accomplished both indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities as well as outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; most work is performed alone and in remote locations.
• Frequently stands and walks; ability to sit for up to three hours; walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift or handle material weighing up to 50 to 75 lbs. without assistance; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; and corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication.
• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.
• Exposure to cleaning solutions, oils, and other liquids.
• Must be able to travel for company training, meeting or support missions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.


 

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If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

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