Assistant Manager, Bus Maintenance

$99,064 - $148,597/Yr

Trimet - Portland, OR

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Portland, OR

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Assistant Manager of Bus Maintenance is responsible for supervising maintenance activities of Bus Maintenance employees to ensure high standards of vehicle reliability, efficiency, cleanliness, and safety. This role involves planning and supervising the maintenance, repair, servicing, vaulting, and inspection of all assigned revenue vehicles and equipment, while promoting a commitment to safety and effective communication within the team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift employees performing interior and exterior cleaning of the Bus fleet, preventive maintenance, running repair, and fleet campaign programs.
• Ensure daily work is assigned and there is adequate staff coverage for work.
• Assign work to mechanics utilizing Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS) to ensure adequate fleet numbers available for pullout of buses and to monitor maintenance activities to ensure compliance with program goals.
• Conduct daily shift meetings to provide important information provided by Garage Manager.
• Perform daily and weekly QC audits.
• Promote efficient allocation of labor and supplies to ensure timely completion of all maintenance activities and projects within established budget guidelines.
• Ensure efficiency and conformity in operation through effective communication with other supervisory staff and Managers.
• Monitor employee attendance and absence records.
• Approve requests for vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and overtime use.
• Complete documentation and investigation as it relates to workers' compensation process.
• Provide effective coaching and counseling to guide employees toward high work standards and performance.
• Monitor employee performance and conduct performance evaluations.
• Maintain discipline through equal applications of all rules, procedures, policies and the Labor Agreement.
• Document and recommend any necessary discipline to Manager.
• Conduct regular inspections of work areas and conditions in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assure safe and efficient use of shop equipment and supplies.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings.
• Understand, comply with, and enforce District rules and procedures to ensure a safe work environment for employees and customers.
• Ensure appropriate protocols are followed when employees are required to comply with drug and alcohol testing.
• Orient and train employees about work site hazards, safe and proper use of tools, equipment, and systems.
• Coordinate productivity improvement processes by encouraging employee creativity and involvement to find short and long-term efficiencies.
• Evaluate and implement new techniques and improvements to identify problems and find solutions that improve work performance and environment.
• Understand and apply Agency policies, procedures and Working and Wage Agreement.
• Perform labor relations activities including meeting with employees and union representatives to resolve disputes and grievances.
• Train new employees on maintenance equipment and procedures.
• Document and conduct evaluations during the probationary period of both new employees and existing TriMet staff.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma/G.E.D. is required; an Associate's Degree is preferred.
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in fleet maintenance is required.
• Three (3) years of operational experience in a 24 hour, 7 days per week medium to large size fleet maintenance is required.
• Three (3) years of experience in combined union and non-union organization is required.
• One (1) year of operational experience in a 24 hour, 7 days per week medium to large size fleet maintenance is required.
• Possession of current/valid Class 'C' license issued by Oregon or Washington; ability to pass a driving record check meeting TriMet driving record standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Maintenance Management Information Systems (MMIS).
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance in a maintenance environment.

Benefits

• 401(a) AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance