Maintenance Supervisor

Salary : $79,771.19 - $124,125.30 Annually
Location : 305 Via Del Norte, Oceanside, CA 92058, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: FY2027-00001
Department: Bus Operations Division
Division: BUS OPERATIONS & FLEET MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Description
DEFINITION
Under direction of the Maintenance Manager the primary responsibilities of the Maintenance Supervisor are to provide supervision to maintenance staff in the maintenance and repair of public transit vehicles to help ensure safe and reliable day-to-day operations. This includes preventative maintenance and repair of a large fleet of buses and sedans, supervision of all maintenance staff during their assigned shift, facilitation of NCTD's maintenance program and reports and well as tracking work orders. Success in this role requires sound judgment, critical thinking, discretion, and exceptional attention to detail.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is distinguished by the need for a professional demeanor and exercising sound judgement in the supervision of mechanics in advancement of NCTD's Maintenance program. The incumbent in the position of Fleet Maintenance Supervisor must be able to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements. Additionally, develop and maintain accurate files for payroll, attendance, and budgets. Maintenance Supervisors are expected to be familiar with safe shop practices, best practices, and regulatory requirements that pertain to the shop and vehicle maintenance as well as guide the shop and employees to such practices are consistently followed.
Supervision Received and Exercised
This position reports to the Maintenance Manager and will provide supervision to other members of the Bus Operations Division at the direction of the Maintenance Manager. This position has direct supervisory responsibility for Technicians, Maintenance Clerks, and Bus Servicers. Further, this position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.
Working Conditions
Normal working conditions for this position are in an office, maintenance facility, and field setting. Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultant's facilities, and other locations as required. The ability to work additional hours outside a normal work schedule is essential to fulfill the expectations of the role.
Examples of Duties
Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans, organizes, schedules, and assigns preventive and remedial maintenance work for buses and automobiles or equipment production lines.

• Monitors work order accuracy, completion times and assists technicians as needed in vehicle repairs.

• Periodically reviews competed technician work and assists in quality oversight of maintenance repairs.

• Develops and maintains computer and manual files for payroll, attendance, project budgets, and vehicle service; prepares daily reports.

• Maintains close communications with Operations, to respond in a timely manner to dispatch mechanics and schedule repairs to meet Operational needs.

• Implements and maintains safety programs.

• Ensures compliance and promotes aspects of the Environmental Management System to employees and coworkers.

• Conducts meetings on safety, tool uses, shop practices, equipment upgrade projects, and other related topics.

• Investigates and reports accidents and injuries.

• Follows up on ordered parts, equipment, and supplies, and administers warranty claims to ensure accuracy and adherence to production schedules.

• Participates in warranty tracking.

• Participates in repeat defect tracking to help identify trends and develop improvement plans to target and correct known concerns.

• Counsels' subordinates on compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Conducts first-level disciplinary and grievance hearings.

• Analyzes component failures, identifies problems, plans repair and replacement schedules, and aids staff to remedy problems.

• Reviews Operator defect cards and sets priority schedule for repairs.

• Conducts meetings to determine user needs.

• Approves completed work/repairs and conducts follow-up inspections.

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates service preparation activities of new or retired vehicles.

• Prepares various reports, develops presentations, and manages special development projects.

• May assist in field repairs of vehicles as needed.

• Supervises and trains subordinates on shift in all phases of service and repair of vehicle including but not limited to basic repair, air conditioning, electrical, major component rebuild and /or vehicle cleaning operations.

• Accounts for subordinate and personal compliance with all of NCTD's safety rules, polices, and procedures.

• Consistently and equitably, initiates documents, and recommends appropriate written and verbal disciplinary action and commendations.

• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of NCTD are carried out.

• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications
Experience/Education

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in related field preferred; minimum three (3) years of relevant experience performing work in the repair and maintenance or procurement of vehicles and heavy equipment, including a minimum of two years of relevant experience at or above the lead level
  A combination of experience/skills and education to fulfill the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered.

Certificates/Licenses

• Possession of and the ability to maintain a California driver's license, Class B with passenger and air brakes endorsements, with less than 6 points in the prior 36-month period, and no DUIs in the prior 7 years.

• ASE H series certification is preferred.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain access to Marine Corp Base Camp Pendleton.

• Must possess or be able to obtain EPA 609 certification.

• Must possess or be able to obtain any other certifications deemed necessary for the successful completion of tasks required of this position.

• Ability to obtain a forklift certification within 6 months of hiring.

General Requirements

• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, high voltage protection, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required.

• Positions in this job classification are considered safety sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations.

• Exceptional relationship-building skills to deal competently with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority.

• Knowledge of theories and practices of repair and maintenance of transit vehicles, including engines, parts, components, and electrical systems of diesel, gasoline, and alternative fuel vehicles.

• Knowledge of accident investigation procedures and practices.

• Knowledge of safe and proper use of tools and equipment as well as applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing maintenance, repair, and procurement of public transit vehicles.

• Knowledge of project planning and budgeting techniques as well as principles of supervision.

• Skill in planning, organizing, and monitoring work of a fleet/equipment maintenance work unit including interacting professionally with various employees and representatives.

• Skill in reading and understanding electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or other schematics.

• Skill in Maintenance and Material Management programs and/or Enterprise Asset Management terminals and diagnostic equipment.

• Strong written and oral communication skills, including knowledge of the structure and content of the English language such as the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar. Superior writing and proof-reading skills.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in computer software programs, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Enterprise Asset Management, such as Trapeze EAM, is a plus.

Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements
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.
Ability to use the phone and computer for extended periods, manual dexterity to complete clerical functions, work with office equipment, and periodic lifting of equipment up to 50 pounds is required. Ability to hear, see and to communicate verbally in the English language to exchange information. Ability to physically travel between District locations and other destinations, work in evenings or overnight when required, work in hazardous conditions, and negotiate a variety of different and irregular terrain. The incumbent in this position will be exposed to a high noise environment that includes moving machinery and/or vehicles. May be subject to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, hazardous materials, and electrical hazards. Ability to walk, climb, balance, bend, carry, push, reach, sit, stoop, stand and stand for long periods of time. Incumbents in this position must have good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances and color recognition (e.g. distinguishing wires, resistors, light signals etc.). Position requires extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear.
Machines / Tools / Equipment

• Ability to operate a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite programs.

• Ability to use a two-way radio

• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a fax and scanner machine, copy machine, and telephone.

Application Information: All applicants must complete and submit an online application at . A job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
NCTD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if NCTD is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department webpage."
Retirement : NCTD participates in the CalPERS retirement program with a benefit formula of 1.5% @ 65 for PEPRA new members. Benefits are calculated based on your age at retirement, the number of years of service credit with CalPERS and the average of your monthly compensation over the past 36 months (36 months average highest hourly pay rate).


457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan : NCTD offers a Voluntary Deferred Compensation Savings Plan through VOYA Financial Services. Employees are eligible to enroll any time after the date of hire. The plan allows you to contribute pre-tax and/or post-tax dollars into selected funds of your choice. The plan also allows you to:

• Contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
• Catch-up plan for those 50+ of up to amount specified annually by the IRS
• Is portable, can be rolled over into another qualified retirement plan
• Employer match into a 401(a) account (50% up to 8% of employee compensation; Max NCTD contribution of 4%)

Medical Insurance : NCTD offers a rich variety of HMO and PPO plans to choose from and contributes towards your monthly medical premiums, if the coverage you select costs more than the amount NCTD contributes, then payroll deductions will be withheld on a pre-tax basis.


Dental Insurance : NCTD offers two different dental plans for employees and their eligible dependents (HMO and PPO) from a reliable dental insurance provider. Human Resources can provide information regarding annual insurance provider and available plans. Both plans are part of NCTD's cafeteria plan (pre-tax payroll deductions for monthly premiums).
Vision Insurance: NCTD offers vision services for employees and their eligible dependents through a reliable vision insurance provider. Human Resources can provide information regarding annual insurance provider and available plan. The plan is part of NCTD's cafeteria plan (pre-tax payroll deductions for monthly premiums).


The benefits include:

• $10.00 co-pay for Annual Exam
• No charge for standard lenses every 12 months
• $125 retail allowance for frames every 2 years; OR $125 toward the contact lens.

Life Insurance : NCTD cares for its employees, and thus provides at no cost to the employee group life insurance in the amount of $50,000 (coverage includes Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Accelerated Death benefits). Additional life insurance is available for you and your eligible dependents at your expense. * Tax reporting is required for any amounts over $50,000, per IRS guidelines. Supplemental life insurance coverage premiums are deducted on a post-tax basis.
Long Term Disability Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance. You may elect units of $100 up to 60% of your hourly wage to a maximum of $6,000/month. Deductions are post-tax, coverage 24/7, limitations or exclusions, and benefits are payable to age 65 or for two years (whichever is longer).
Flexible Spending Account Plan: NCTD offers two core FSA plans and two Commuter plans. Health Care and Dependent Care plans are "Use It OR Lose It" calendar year plans (Jan. 1st - Dec. 31st). The Commuter Transit and Parking plans do not have a "use it or lose it" policy. Plans are as follows:

• Health Care Spending Account:
  • May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
• Dependent Care Spending Account :
  • May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS (including limitations if married)
• Commuter Transit Accounts:
  • May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS

Disability Insurance : Employees contribute to California State Disability Insurance (SDI). The current contribution rate is 1.1% of earnings and is totally paid by the employee. After the 7-day waiting period, SDI pays a percentage of employee's salary up to a maximum of $1,540.00per week, for up to 52 weeks. SDI may be coordinated with Paid Time Off (PTO).
Accident Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary accident insurance. You may elect coverage for you and your dependents for a flat monthly rate. Deductions are post-tax.
Critical Illness Insurance: NTD offers voluntary Critical Illness insurance. You may elect coverage up to $10,000 in increments of $2,500, for you and between $2,500 - $5,000 for your dependents, not to exceed 50% of coverage amount. Deductions are post-tax.
Administrative Holidays : NCTD recognizes 10 paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
PTO (Paid Time Off): All NCTD Regular, Probationary, and Limited-Term employees shall receive Paid Time Off (PTO). PTO shall be taken at reasonable times approved by the employee's supervisor.

PTO shall be earned equally in each pay period during the year in accordance with the following schedule, based on the number of years of NCTD service completed:

• Tier 1: 0.00-1.99 Years of Service-120 Hours Per Year
• Tier 2: 2.00-4.99 Years of Service-184Hours Per Year
• Tier 3: 5.00-7.99 Years of Service-240Hours Per Year
• Tier 4: 8.00-19.99 Years of Service-272Hours Per Year
• Tier 5: 20.00 Years of Service-280Hours Per Year

Transportation Passes: All NCTD employees receive an identification "PRONTO Card" which can be used to ride the following NCTD/MTS transit services (BREEZE, FLEX, SPRINTER, COASTER, MTS Bus, Trolley) at no charge. Eligible family members also receive a pass for NCTD public transportation at no charge (paratransit excluded).

Bereavement Leave: NCTD offers paid bereavement leave.


Employee Assistance Plan: The EAP offers assistance in areas such as:

• Emotional Support
• Work/Life Balance
• Family Care
  Please contact Human Resources should you have any questions regarding NCTD Benefits.

01


Are you a current NCTD Employee?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview and/or examination process?

• Yes
• No

03


If yes, please briefly describe the accommodation requested:Requests for accommodation will be handled in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
04


Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of or procurement of vehicles or heavy equipment?

• Yes
• No

05


How many years of experience do you have supervising or leading maintenance staff?

• 3+ years
• 1-2 years

06


Do you have experience using Maintenance and Material Management or Enterprise Asset Management systems?

• Yes, I have used similar systems for 2+ years
• Yes, I have used similar systems for 1 year or less
• No, I do not have experience with these systems

07


Do you currently possess, or are you able to obtain within the required timeframe, a valid California Class B driver's license with passenger and air brakes endorsement?

• Yes, I currently possess this license and endorsements
• I only have the license but can obtain the endorsement within the required timeframe
• No, but I can obtain this license and endorsement within the required timeframe

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