Garage Supervisor (Nights)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

This is a safety-sensitive, first-line supervisory position responsible for performing a variety of functions relative to the safe and efficient maintenance and repair of all RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicle maintenance, and several RTS buildings and facilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Manager of Fleet Maintenance. This position is expected to open and close the Service Building operations and oversee Service Building employees on weekends, in addition to the Garage.

At Regional Transit Service (RTS), we keep our community moving. With more than 1,000 employees across 8 counties, we provide safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation for nearly 8 million riders every year. Join our team and be part of one of the nation's best-run transit systems.

Starting Pay: $31.20 - $44.56 per hour based on skills and experience

Available Shifts: Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00 pm-7:30 am, and Saturday and Sunday, 4:00 pm- 2:30 am.

Or:

Monday, 8:00 pm 6:30 am;

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 pm 6:30 am

Union Representation: Teamsters Local 118

Why Work With Us

• RTS Pension Plan
  A monthly lifetime income that grows as you continue working at RTS. Your benefit is based on your years of credited service and the pension multiplier and is not affected by investment gains or losses.
• Excellent pay and union security
• Training provided stay current with the latest technology
• Strong benefits package medical, dental, vision, tool and boot allowance, fitness center, and more

Benefits Include:

• Staying Healthy : Medical, Dental (currently free) and Vision (currently free), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Feeling Secure : Disability Insurance, Pension Plan, NY State Deferred Compensation Plan, Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Accident Insurance, Group Specified Disease Insurance and Hospital Insurance
• Work-Life Balance : Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal), Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, On-site Fitness Center open 24/7, Employee Wellness Program, Culture & Inclusion Council, BJ's Wholesale Club Discount, and more!

Click here to view current medical plan rates!

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of established fleet mechanical maintenance and preventative maintenance practices and protocols.
• Working knowledge of the bus propulsion, suspension, electrical, pneumatic operations and repairs, scheduling, and reporting.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate bus build prints and schematics.
• Ability to work with computers and Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers and subordinate staff.
• Good judgment.
• Ability to make sound, well-reasoned decisions based on quantitative and qualitative findings.
• Dependability, tact, diplomacy.
• Physical ability commensurate with the demands of the position.

Position Requirements:

• Must obtain a NY State Commercial Driver's License, Class B, and any applicable endorsements within 6-months from the hire date (Required to obtain Class B permit prior to start date. Paid training provided to obtain Class B License).
• English proficiency required for safety-sensitive communication, manuals, and job instructions
• Excellent Customer Service skills, including but not limited to the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with customers, are a must.

Consideration Will Be Given To The Following Factors:

• Education attained beyond high school.
• ASE Certification.
• Mechanical and Technical Repair Background/Experience.
• Relevant Previous Work Experience.
• Relevant Supervisory Experience (may include responsibility for performance review and disciplinary actions).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) has a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees in accordance with state and federal law. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship and/or immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law. RGRTAwill make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Pursuant to Federal Transit Administration regulations, all applicants for employment in safety-sensitive positions must be given a pre-employment drug test. An applicant may not be assigned safety-sensitive functions unless the individual has a verified negative test result.RTS is required by law to test for various substances, including cocaine, amphetamines, opioids, PCP and marijuana metabolites. Please be advised that marijuana stays in the system for an extended period of time, sometimes more than 30 days, and can cause a positive test result long after use.