Department:

TransitAbout Our Job

Are you an experienced leader with knowledge of methods, materials, and tools of the heavy-duty bus mechanic trade? Our Breeze Transit department is recruiting for a Transit Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to manage, organize, supervise, and assign work to both our Teamster and ATU Bargaining employees and participate in the maintenance and repair of all transit vehicles and support vehicles assigned to Sarasota County Transportation Authority. In this role you will support all maintenance shop related day-to-day operational needs such as applicant interview and hiring, employee uniforms, and database input/update as needed. The ideal candidate is able to adopt new means and methods and train staff as needed.

Job Description:

The pay for this position starts between $27.49 - $35.74 (based upon experience, benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are opportunities for advancement. Apply today and take the next step in your career, helping us to provide crucial resources to our county and guests alike!

About the Position

In this role, you will...

Supervise the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty fixed route buses and support vehicles.

Work with hybrid and diesel-powered heavy-duty buses.

Plan daily work programs for technicians.

Assist technicians with more difficult repair problems.

Provide technical or physical assistance to shop technicians.

Assess fleet condition and prioritize work based on operational necessity.

Actively engaged in bus intelligent transit systems, fare collection and telematics system installation and maintenance.

Stay abreast of system updates/technology advancements.

Monitor bus attendant duties/ processes.

Promote quality control on shop production through final inspections and road test.

Determine if repair should be made in the field, in the shop or if towing is necessary.

Assist with development and coordination of fleet campaigns and shop practices.

Make decision on what parts to be repaired or replaced.

Work with NAPA and outside county approved vendors to coordinate repairs, parts, and services.

On occasion will be required to perform maintenance and repair of all transit vehicles and staff vehicles.

Advocate ASE certification personally and for mechanics.

Ensure that all repairs, parts and repair notes are recorded properly on work orders and closes them in timely manner.

Generate/update daily shop reports based on work performed and what is to be scheduled in for service.

Make periodic checks on the shop floor of work in progress to ensure quality and that schedules are adhered to.

Inspect facilities for safety issues.

Repair equipment and facilities such as vault receiver and bus wash.

Perform applicant screening and interviews for maintenance staffing as assigned by manager/superintendent.

Oversee cleanliness of shop, facility and fleet.

Coordinate maintenance and upkeep as needed with assigned employees and county support systems.

Keep management team updated of work in progress to ensure continuity across other shifts.

Perform/document monthly shop, bus wash, oil system inspections. Gain approval in advance for out of ordinary expenditures.

About the Schedule

Work Hours

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Hours TBD based upon business need.

Weekends, evenings, and holidays are required. Breeze Transit is open 04:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., seven days a week.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or its equivalent education -AND- Four (4) years of experience performing maintenance and general operations work in a field related to the position duties (including mechanical experience in the automotive industry or heavy bus/truck repair).

One (1), or more, years of supervisory experience.

Valid Florida Driver's CDL with Class "B" with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements -OR- the ability to obtain within six (6) months of initial day of employment. (We can help with this!)

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

ASE certification in Transit Brakes (H4) and Transit Steering and Suspension (H5).

EPA 608 or 609 certifications.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening:  This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years. 

Physical Demands: Employees must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Rate: $27.49 - $35.74, based upon experience.

For Master status, as well as each ASE Certification obtained, there is an additional $0.20/hr pay additive!

Employee Type:Regular (Budgeted)

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

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We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different and are committed to creating a culture of understanding and respect where our employees realize that we are stronger together. 

Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally. 

Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.

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