Supervisor, Fleet (Transit)

at  Region of Waterloo

Job Req ID: 1158
Department: Transit Fleet Kitchener Waterloo (Evening)
Supervisor, Fleet (Transit)
Job Number: 1158
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: 85 Chandler Dr - Transit-Chandler Dr Mtce Fac
Job Category: Transportation
Number of Positions:1
Department: Transit Fleet
Division: Transportation Services
Hours of Work: 37.5
Posting Date: June 6, 2024
Grade: Management/Management Support Grade 05
Salary Range: $85,761.00-$107,191.50

OUR STORY:

Committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations, the Region of Waterloo is an inclusive, thriving and sustainable region of connected rural and urban communities with global reach. Our mission is to serve, engage and inspire, by delivering quality services to a diverse population of 630,000+, while creating a healthy, collaborative environment of learning, respect and innovation.
This is a place where employees are valued and recognized for their talents and contributions to our success. Our employees take pride in making a difference in people’s lives through the work that we do. We are looking for people like you to help make it happen.
The Role
Supervises daily operations related to the efficient delivery of in-house maintenance and repairs to transit fleet. Provides advice to Managers regarding repairs, modifications, and maintenance issues at multiple locations.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervises Truck & Coach Technicians, Automotive Service Attendants, Automotive Bodypersons (Licensed), apprentices, and students. Administers contracts with contractors performing repairs.
• Meets deadlines for work orders, maintenance schedules, and special events. Ensures work is completed efficiently and per established practices and procedures. Monitors bus lock out and wheel torque procedures to ensure compliance.
• Initiates work orders through the fleet management system for preventive, non-scheduled, and accident-related maintenance and repairs, and safety inspections.
• Assesses vehicles and equipment requiring emergency repair and coordinates with staff to determine problems and resolutions.
• Prepares repair appraisals and estimates for insurance claims, and submits to risk management.
• Liaises with managers, bus operators, and emergency service providers regarding transit assistance during emergencies.
• Completes purchase requisitions, and prioritizes, schedules, and authorizes repairs, with signing authority. Discusses parts supply with stockroom staff. Ensures parts are received with minimum delay and follows up as needed.
• Ensures tools and shop equipment are maintained in good working condition. Ensures shop floor is maintained in a clean, orderly state. Ensures the care/custody/security of equipment and small tools. Ensures measures are in place to prevent abuse, theft, and misplacement/loss.
• Exchanges information and provides primary backup/emergency information daily to Transit Supervisors.
• Deals with manufacturers regarding repair and warranty issues, and with suppliers on equipment operation and repairs. Exchanges maintenance information with other transit organizations and government agencies.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of fleet maintenance, normally acquired through a community college diploma in automotive technology or equivalent education, plus progressively responsible experience in mechanical equipment repair and supervision.
• Must possess a Truck and Coach Certificate (310T).
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, related legislation (e.g., health and safety, Highway Traffic Act), general repair standards, and collective agreements.
• Organizational, problem solving, and continuous improvement skills to prioritize, assign, and schedule work and inspections, ensuring safe operating conditions; and make recommendations to management.
• Leadership, human relations, and communication skills to supervise, train, develop, motivate, and support staff; assist other staff and exchange detailed information; and participate as an effective team member.
• Ability to read and apply information from manufacturer, policy, and procedure manuals. Ability to write reports, equipment service standards, requisition forms, and accident estimates.
• Computer skills using software such as Microsoft Office and a fleet management system.
• Must have a valid Class D diver’s license with Z air-brake endorsement to operate Regional vehicles. Ability to travel within Waterloo Region.
• Ability to participate in an official standby/on-call rotation to respond to legislated or time sensitive demands beyond regularly scheduled work hours.
• Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.

The Region of Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the Region, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The Region of Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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• Supervises Truck & Coach Technicians, Automotive Service Attendants, Automotive Bodypersons (Licensed), apprentices, and students. Administers contracts with contractors performing repairs.
• Meets deadlines for work orders, maintenance schedules, and special events. Ensures work is completed efficiently and per established practices and procedures. Monitors bus lock out and wheel torque procedures to ensure compliance.
• Initiates work orders through the fleet management system for preventive, non-scheduled, and accident-related maintenance and repairs, and safety inspections.
• Assesses vehicles and equipment requiring emergency repair and coordinates with staff to determine problems and resolutions.
• Prepares repair appraisals and estimates for insurance claims, and submits to risk management.
• Liaises with managers, bus operators, and emergency service providers regarding transit assistance during emergencies.
• Completes purchase requisitions, and prioritizes, schedules, and authorizes repairs, with signing authority. Discusses parts supply with stockroom staff. Ensures parts are received with minimum delay and follows up as needed.
• Ensures tools and shop equipment are maintained in good working condition. Ensures shop floor is maintained in a clean, orderly state. Ensures the care/custody/security of equipment and small tools. Ensures measures are in place to prevent abuse, theft, and misplacement/loss.
• Exchanges information and provides primary backup/emergency information daily to Transit Supervisors.
• Deals with manufacturers regarding repair and warranty issues, and with suppliers on equipment operation and repairs. Exchanges maintenance information with other transit organizations and government agencies.
• Performs related duties as required