Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor - Washington Township, United States - NJ Transit

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    SURFACE TRANSIT GARAGE FOREMAN

    HEAVY DIESEL/BUS/AUTO

    Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022
    Move forward with us At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on timeand we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

    Below positions present the exciting professional opportunity for you to use your talents and energy to supervise a maintenance team at one of our garages.

    Foreman II Garages (Northern/Central/Southern Divisions)
    Main Functions:

  • Supervises employees on assigned shift, including assigning and reviewing work to ensure sufficient, clean, and safe vehicles are available for pull-out.
  • Coordinates with other Maintenance Foremen and Transportation staff at the garage, the Control Center, and at Bus garages to ensure that road calls are properly handled, and that pull-outs go smoothly.
  • Monitors workforce at assigned locations to coordinate maintenance activities and clean up activities and to ensure equipment is inspected in accordance with NJ TRANSIT maintenance standards.
  • Supervises stock room, authorizes special orders, issues materials and ensures security and accurate accounting of stock.
  • Trains, counsels, and motivates staff to maintain and improve productivity.
  • Enforces work rules, safety and cleanliness standards; monitors condition of facility and equipment.
  • Responsible for monitoring the timeliness and completeness of the revenue collection system, including proper vaulting procedures and reporting procedures.Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Three (3) years of applied experience in bus or automotive maintenanceKnowledge and Skills:
    Required:
  • Knowledge and experience about automotive maintenance of vehicles
  • Technical knowledge working on computers
  • Excellent written and communication skillsPreferred:
  • Diesel experience
  • Supervisory experienceWorking Environment:
  • Fast paced garage/warehouse work environment
  • Work independently with minimal supervision
  • Exposure to equipment, machinery/vehicles, chemicals and other hazardous materials
  • Garages are highly noisy/ loud, contain dirt and dust and open at all times with exposure to extreme temperatures during different seasonsPhysical Demands and Other Conditions:
  • Perform tasks which may include heavy physical labor such as lift and carry heavy items
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, kneel and bend throughout the workday
  • Must be able to pass NJ TRANSIT's pre-employment physical
  • NJ TRANSIT Bus Garages are open 24/7 and 365 days, shifts and schedules can vary and may include nights, weekends and holidays as required or assignedForeman Trainee - Garages (Northern/Central/Southern)
    Main Functions:
  • Assists Foreman in supervising employees on assigned shifts, including assigning and reviewing work to ensure sufficient, clean, and safe vehicles are available for pull-out
  • Assists Foreman in coordinating with other Foremen and Transportation staff at the garage, the Control Center, and at other garages to ensure that road calls are properly handled, and that pull-outs go smoothly
  • Monitors workforce at assigned locations to coordinate maintenance activities and cleanup activities and to ensure equipment is inspected in accordance with NJ TRANSIT maintenance standards
  • Supervises stock room, authorizes special orders, issues materials, and ensures security and accurate accounting of stock