Superintendent Maintenance (Buses) (Rep) UTLO

Superintendent Maintenance (Buses) (Rep-UTLO)

First Date of Posting: 02/09/2026 Last Date of Posting: Open until filled Authority: OA / TA / MTA Bus Division/Unit: Regional Bus Operations Reports To: General Superintendent, Maintenance Work Location: Various Hours of Work: As Required Compensation Salary Range: $88,598 - $140,042 (Represented by UTLO) (Grade E - 556 hay points) UTLO rate: $132,887

Responsibilities Manage bus maintenance program of operating deport or central maintenance facility during assigned tour of duty. Ensure a safe facility and efficient work operation, enabling the depot to provide a safe, clean & reliable mode of transportation for the riding public. Implements personnel schedule variations, maintains acceptable bus availability, and administers discipline and labor relations activities. Directs hourly staff in day-to-day Facilities and equipment maintenance activities. Within Maintenance, responsible for planning & managing research into bus technology for improving safety, reliability, customer satisfaction and productivity; assist in developing and implementing productivity improvements and promoting safe working conditions by analyzing work process, tools & equipment. Assist or develop bus specifications and inspect vehicles and vendor work; perform research and development for new vehicle technologies. Develop and/or revise maintenance procedures and bills of materials to incorporate improved work practices and new technology; assist legal and conduct accident investigations. Develop system-wide fleet plans and coordinate warranty work. Provide maintenance and technical training to maintenance personnel.

• Manage all maintenance functions during a tour of duty in a maintenance facility. Ensure safe, clean and efficient bus service. This includes directing hourly staff in day-to-day facilities and equipment maintenance activities. Develop technical specifications, evaluations for new bus procurements. Research & analyze Buses equipment, procedures, practices, etc. Work closely with maintenance staff throughout the department to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of maintenance operations Provide maintenance I technical training and end-user support for hourly, supervisory and managerial personnel in depots and shops. Train staff in the effective use of Spear and other technology systems.
• Manage a full range of labor relations activities; develop work assignments for maintenance line supervisors; implement discipline; develop rule compliance criteria; assist in preparation for labor negotiations and hourly and supervisory work picks. Develop procedures and work practices. Assist in the implementation of new procedures throughout the department.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce cost and increase productivity. Recommend overtime for hourly/supervisory personnel, as needed, to meet performance goals. Make recommendations with the goal of improving safety, reliability, customer satisfaction and productivity of Bus maintenance operations. Develop fleet, scrap plans and coordinate warranty to support bus operations. Perform testing on equipment, components, procedures and standards. Coordinate vehicle / equipment studies and produce related reports.
• Develop personnel to provide for a properly maintained fleet and for upward mobility. Determine training needs of supervisory and hourly personnel. Research technical advancements in the industry and assess the likelihood of successful implementation at NYC Transit/MTA Bus. Assist in the introduction of these developments into maintenance operations

Education and Experience 1. Six (6) years of related experience, including a minimum of two (2) years of managerial/ supervisory/ project management experience. Desired Skills

• Knowledge of vehicular maintenance operations, including personnel development, work prioritization overtime distribution and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of heavy-duty revenue vehicles, new bus technologies, and the maintenance procedures/standards required to maintain them, including an understanding of specifications
• Knowledge of diesel and compressed natural gas engines, fuel systems and emissions controls, mandated emission requirements and engine configuration procedures.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems and components
• Knowledge of design, manufacturing processes, product testing and maintenance procedures
• Ability to design testing systems and procedures based on engineering specifications
• BA in engineering or related field preferred

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