Superintendent of Bus Maintenance

Job Title: Superintendent of Bus Maintenance

Division: Operations

Closing Date: Until Filled

Location: 4305 East 21st Avenue

Salary Range: $76,542.57 – $89,772.15

 

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Superintendent of Bus Maintenance is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, planning, and oversight of all transit bus and heavy-duty vehicle maintenance activities to ensure a safe, reliable, and efficient fleet. This role directs 24/7 bus maintenance operations, supervises technical staff, and ensures compliance with all Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and internal agency standards.

The Superintendent provides technical and administrative leadership in preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, inspections, and overhauls of a large fleet of heavy-duty transit buses powered by diesel, CNG, and emerging propulsion technologies. The role ensures vehicle availability targets, Mean Distance Between Failures (MDBF), and safety standards are consistently achieved.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Core Responsibilities:

• Operations Oversight: Manage daily service readiness for the transit bus fleet, ensuring all vehicles meet safety and performance requirements.
• Supervision & Workforce Development: Lead and mentor a team of maintenance supervisors, technicians, and service staff, fostering technical growth and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Oversee scheduled inspections, major component repairs, and campaigns to extend asset life cycles in alignment with Transit Asset Management (TAM) plans.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure maintenance practices comply with FTA Circulars, FDOT FAC 14-90, OSHA, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements.
• Process Improvement: Implement modern diagnostic tools, telematics, and best practices to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and control costs.
• Budget & Resource Management: Support the efficient use of labor hours, parts inventory, and vendor services to remain within the maintenance budget.
• Safety & Reliability: Champion a culture of safety in the workplace and on the road, ensuring that every bus placed in service operates reliably for passengers and operators.

The Superintendent of Bus Maintenance plays a key leadership role in ensuring the delivery of transit services by maintaining the backbone of operations—the bus fleet. This position requires technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to managing both people and assets.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead and supervise a team comprising fleet maintenance supervisors, foremen, technicians, and support staff.
• Foster professional development through targeted training, mentorship programs, and performance evaluations.
• Cultivate a safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement culture within the fleet maintenance team.

Fleet Maintenance & Repair Oversight:

• Direct all maintenance activities, including scheduled and unscheduled repairs, ensuring timely and high-quality completion.
• Monitor and analyze fleet performance metrics to proactively identify trends and address maintenance needs.

Contract & Vendor Management:

• Oversee vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and fostering productive relationships.
• Manage service agreements, warranties, and other contractual obligations to uphold quality standards.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and FTA standards.
• Implement robust safety protocols to ensure employee well-being and a safe working environment.
• Lead safety training initiatives for all fleet maintenance personnel.

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