Supervisor, Vehicle Shop

Posting Number

R-077825

Job Type

Full

Department

Transportation Services

Major/Essential Duties of Job

The Vehicle Shop Supervisor is responsible for supervising the repair and maintenance of buses, heavy equipment and other vehicles as assigned. Responsible for handling personnel matters concerning technicians and student workers. Responsible for providing quality, efficient and cost effective maintenance for all customers. Responsible for employees within the Vehicle Equipment Maintenance Shops to include hiring, scheduling, training, evaluation, disciplining, answering questions, reviewing procedures, defining workload and work priorities, monitoring employee performance and approval of timekeeping records. Provide operational feedback on a frequent basis. Review work. Maintain Manager s Notes on all employees. Responsible for creating and maintaining a positive work environment focused on customer service and dedicated to continuous improvement. Performs maintenance on vehicles.

Occasional Duties

Review work orders; coordinate outsourcing of work; work with vendors on issues and needs; assist in developing a parts list for each maintenance function and assist in developing cost estimates. Maintains operational reports, safety inspections, repair and record keeping of vehicles and mechanical equipment. Review equipment records to ensure proper use of parts and supplies. Responsible for closely monitoring production of each mechanic and overall shop production.

Required Education and Experience

High school graduation supplemented by formal or practical vocational training in gasoline or diesel-engine vehicle maintenance as applicable. Six years experience in gasoline or diesel-engine vehicle repair, including two or more year's supervisory experience. Valid vehicle operator's license and good driving record. Must be able to obtain State of Texas class "B" vehicle operator's license (Commercial Drivers License with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement) within 45 days of employment. Must be able to obtain Texas State Inspections license within 60 days of employment. ASE certification in five or more specialties. Requires the ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Education and Experience

Associate's degree in business administration. Vocational training in automotive or diesel work. Three years in a supervisory position of ten or more employees in general automotive or diesel repair. Foreman, shop supervisor and/or lead technician experience in gasoline or diesel automotive repair. Ability to identify and resolve customer problems, work under pressure, be a self-starter and goal oriented. Commercial vehicle operator's license with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement. Valid Texas State Inspections License. ASE Master Technician Certification.

Comments to Applicants

The work hours for this position are on a rotating schedule either monthly or quarterly between morning and night shift. Morning shift is from 6am - 3pm, Night shift is from 1pm - 10pm. This position will be covered by DOT regulations and be in a random drug and alcohol testing pool.

Salary

38.91/hour

Pay Basis

HourlyHourly

Position Type

Budgeted

Location

College Station, TX

Security Sensitive
(Employment in a position designated as security sensitive will be contingent on the results of a criminal background check at the point of hire.)

Yes

Is this position restricted by the Patriot Act?

No

Is this position D.O.T. regulated?

Yes

EEO/AA Statement

Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to diversity.

Transportation Services has been continually updating our business practices to align with the local, state and federally mandated health guidelines so employees and visitors are as safe as possible during in processing. These adapted processes and procedures, including the implementation of remote Zoom meetings, allow us to minimize in-person physical contact as much as possible.