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Job Description This is a management position which involves responsibility for supervising and inspecting the work of skilled and unskilled maintenance personnel who are engaged in a wide variety of bus maintenance, servicing, and repair activities. Safety is paramount at CTtransitand as such this position is expected to promote a culture of safety, ensuring that all employees adhere to safety protocols. Examples of Duties Supervises the maintenance, servicing and repair of heavy duty diesel, hybrid, and electric powered passenger buses and other equipment in a CT transit maintenance repair facility; supervises the maintenance, repair, rebuilding and painting of all public transit vehicles and accessories including fare boxes, interiors, seats, glass installation and air conditioning; confers with subordinate mechanics and unskilled employees regarding work load and technical maintenance matters; trains and assists subordinates in repair and installation procedures, when required.

Assists with planning and assigning work according to priority and facilities available; receiving work requests; supervising performance of technicians; road testing equipment and approving completed work; recommends disciplinary action to department superiors; examines equipment in the field and shop; approves replacements and major repairs; recommends the purchase of parts and service equipment; and is responsible for recording all labor descriptions of the completed work. Supervises the servicing and cleaning of buses including vault pulling, fueling, checking of fluid levels, interior cleaning, exterior washing, and bus movements and storage locations. Supervises the bus pullouts.

Assists in the design, construction and modification of special equipment and maintenance devices; administers and oversees CT transit's safety programs; inspects work in progress and reviews service records, work orders, and parts requisitions; assists mechanics engaged in maintenance operations; receives verbal and written reports from bus operators concerning vehicle defects and general performance; assigns road call personnel and oversees reporting systems; and all other duties as required and assigned. Work cooperatively with all levels of personnel. Attends in-service training, seminars or other opportunities for professional development as made available by the Agency.

Provides training for Agency personnel as required. Actively participates in staff meetings, trainings, etc. Has thorough working knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Minimum possession of a High School Diploma/GED. Five (5) years' experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty diesel, hybrid, and electric powered public transit equipment.

Additional schooling or professional experience may be substituted for a portion of the experience or educational requirement. Knowledge of principles and procedures of public passenger vehicle overhaul, maintenance, and repair shop management; methods, material, and tools of vehicle mechanics; operating and repair characteristics of modern diesel passenger buses, diesel-electric hybrid buses, battery electric buses, and related vehicles; occupational hazards and safety precautions related in the work; basic shop record keeping systems; CT transit's operating rules and procedures and an understanding of the labor agreement for union employees. Ability to coordinate the work of fuelers, cleaners, general technicians, body work, spray painters, helpers, and shop laborers; ability to diagnose defective equipment and parts malfunctions in diesel powered, hybrid and electric powered vehicles; ability to understand, interpret and effectively carry out oral and written policies, regulations and instructions; ability to communicate ideas effectively, orally and in writing and to establish effective working relationships with fellow employees and suppliers.

Valid Commercial Driver's License is required and the ability to be insured by our insurance company throughout employment. Individual may be required to travel in the course of their daily work. Proficient in software programs (word processing, spreadsheet, and database), Internet applications and utilization of all relevant office equipment.

The ability to learn quickly internal software programs. Must be able to handle confidential information. The ability to prioritize projects and have excellent communication skills (especially verbal), interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. How To Apply Visit our website athttp://www.cttransit.com/Careers/ to apply.