Assistant Maintenance Manager

Assistant Maintenance Manager Become a part of our Transdev team as an Assistant Maintenance Manager in El Centro, CA. This position assists in the supervision of the vehicle maintenance and repair of the fixed route, paratransit and support vehicles. The Assistant Maintenance Manager is responsible for assisting the Maintenance Manager in the maintenance oversight of sixty‑three (63) vehicles and supervision of eleven (11) maintenance employees. This individual must have the ability to effectively lead, work and communicate with employees and customers, and ensure repairs and maintenance are performed in a timely and efficient manner in the absence of the Maintenance Manager. We hire individuals who make safety and customer service their top priorities. If you have the drive, confidence, and determination to succeed, we are looking for you! Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation package of minimum $70,304 annually – maximum $84,000 annually Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks Sick days: 5 days Holidays: 9 days Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability. Major Responsibilities Coordinate and supervise maintenance staff. Ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks. Manage equipment, parts and supplies inventories. Conduct regular inspections of equipment, machinery, and facilities to identify maintenance needs. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and equipment history. Input data into maintenance software database ensuring the accuracy and timeliness for reporting purposes. Assist in the procurement of parts and the management of parts inventory. Demonstrate behaviors that are consistent with standards for professional and ethical conduct. Communicate professionally with customers, team members and supervisors. Other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient operation of the maintenance department. Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred. Minimum Experience & Skills Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in a maintenance environment. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience dealing with heavy equipment, preferably experience with CNG transit buses. Experience working with Unions in the transportation industry. Must be a team player yet able to work well independently. Experience supervising employees on multiple shifts. Solid computer skills in standard office tools including word processing and spreadsheet software and use of web‑based systems. Detail oriented, well organized, and possess effective time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours or shifts. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Incumbent must be able to move about the office and between floors; utilize standard office equipment; access filing system/cabinets; and communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by telephone. Intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, crouching, walking, lifting of light and heavy objects, climbing ladders/stairs/ramps or scaffolding, and using tools and equipment that require a high degree of manual dexterity. Required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel, speak, hear, to reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. Must be able to lay on back on a mechanic’s dolly to work underneath motor vehicle equipment. Must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work is performed with exposure to noise, chemicals, noxious odors, gases, poor ventilation, inclement weather, dirt, grease, dust, and machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices. Drug‑Free Workplace Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Equal Employment Opportunity Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr