Shop Foreman
Performs the duties of an A-level mechanic, including PMs and preparing buses for DOT inspections. Directly supervises the mechanics, service employees and other maintenance personnel, monitors outside contract laborers; schedules the repairs and maintenance of a wide variety of LNG and diesel-powered equipment; ensures an environment that meets safety and regulatory requirements and monitors all daily contractual maintenance obligations.
Transdev is proud to offer:
- Competitive compensation package of minimum $91,000 - maximum $101,504
Benefits include:
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick days: 5 days
- Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
- Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-termdisability, voluntary long-term disability.
Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs the duties of an A-level mechanic, including PMs and preparing buses for DOT inspections.
- Supervises mechanics, investigates, provides information, and makes and administers decisions concerning employee discipline.
- 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.
- Assisting with scheduling outside contract labor for special projects and monitoring the laborers' performance.
- Conducts daily safety/shift turnover meetings with both mechanics and supervisors 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 mechanic's qualifications.
- 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 promptly.
- Monitors the work of both internal employees and vendors for quality and quantity.
- Works with Parts personnel to obtain the correct replacement parts.
- Decide which coaches to pull/swap out and relay this information to operations at least 8 hours before.
- Lists and schedules coaches for PMI's and other work and communicates this information with operations.
- Performs other tasks and projects as assigned
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
- Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not
- authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Valid CDL Class B (or higher) with passenger and airbrake endorsements preferred
- 7 years+ experience in the repair and maintenance of all types of heavy-duty automotive and transit equipment
- 3 years+ of supervisory experience
- Broad understanding of all mechanical systems related to heavy-duty transportation vehicles
- Familiarity with laws & regulations associated with the safe operation of maintenance facilities
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
- Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not
authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason
Physical Requirements:
The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
- Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
- Sit for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
- Push and pull objects up to 75 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
- Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact
[email protected] Drug-free workplace:
Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:
- Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.
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.
Job Category: Maintenance Management & Supervisory
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 8297
Pay Group: QQP
Cost Center: 781
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.
