MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Maintenance Supervisor Department:

Maintenance Union:

AFSCME General Summary Under general supervision, supervises all maintenance and service employees in a division on an assigned shift in the maintenance, repair and cleaning of coaches, buildings and other related equipment. Duties and Responsibilities Supervises the work of maintenance employees engaged in the servicing, maintenance and repair of diesel and/or gasoline powered transportation vehicles. Subject to general direction, coordinates and schedules work on a daily basis on an assigned shift. Gives instructions relative to work orders and repair work. Communicates and coordinates with other supervisory personnel on work processes to ensure continuity. Inspects repair work during progress and upon completion. Decides upon the necessity for replacement of parts. Makes recommendations and enforces Authority safety policies. Checks records prepared by subordinates. Makes and/or monitors requests for supplies of materials and parts. Monitors records of time, materials and parts utilized and makes reports thereon. Inputs and withdraws information from the automated fleet maintenance system. Represents the Authority at first step of the grievance procedure. Maintains friendly and cooperative relations between employees and management. Performs other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education equivalent to graduation from a four-year trade or vocational high school. Six years experience in repairing and maintaining diesel coaches and gasoline powered automotive equipment. Supervisory experience preferred. A valid Michigan Driver's License is required. Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License with proper endorsements within thirty (30) days of appointment. Considerable knowledge of the methods of planning and laying out of maintenance work. Ability to prepare reports and maintenance records. Ability to use a computer terminal. This position is safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).