What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Maintenance Supervisor position at Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority?
VTA is looking to fill three Transit Maintenance Supervisor positions to drive seamless change and ensure smooth operations in one of our three locations (Chaboya, North & Cerone). If you have strong leadership skills, a talent for problem-solving, and a passion for efficiency, this is your chance to make an impact. Apply today and be part of a dynamic team!
Ideal Candidate
As a Bus Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to safety protocols and meeting service requirements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility in working various shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role. Above all, the successful candidate will be dedicated to fostering a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.
About VTA
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs more than 2,000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. Unique among transportation organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area, VTA is Santa Clara County’s authority for transit development and operations (light rail and bus), congestion management, transportation-related funding, highway design and construction, real estate and transit-oriented development, and bicycle and pedestrian planning. With local, state, and federal partners, VTA works to innovate the way Silicon Valley moves and provide mobility solutions for all.
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district that provides sustainable, accessible, community-focused, innovative, and environmentally responsible transportation options promoting the region's vitality. VTA provides bus, light rail, and paratransit services and participates as a funding partner in regional rail services, including Caltrain, Capital Corridor, and the Altamont Corridor Express.
To learn more, go to: vta.org.
Classification Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Application Deadline: Posting will close February 21, 2025.
Interviews are tentatively schedules for the first week of March 3rd - 7th, 2025.
- Plans, schedules, and supervises the maintenance and repair of buses, light rail vehicles, other VTA vehicles, and/or facilities;
- Supervises and coordinates the daily activities of a bus maintenance and repair facility, light rail maintenance and repair facility, or facilities maintenance and repair program;
- Supervises, counsels, and disciplines subordinate personnel;
- Determines work priorities and establishes shift schedules;
- Directs the fueling and cleaning of the bus fleet; directs cleaning of light rail vehicles;
- Assigns work details to crew leaders and individual workers;
- Coordinates with Operations on bus or light rail vehicle assignments, pull-in, pull-out, and exchanges;
- Assures compliance with provisions of equipment warranties;
- Assures control of tools and equipment;
- Investigates industrial injuries and accidents;
- Ensures compliance with safety regulations, performs safety training, and supervises safe work practices;
- Makes estimates of labor, time, costs, and materials;
- Serves as a department representative in interaction with other VTA departments and outside agencies;
- Observes and reports on the condition of transit property and vehicles;
- May represent VTA at disciplinary hearings;
- Prepares a variety of reports, correspondence, and forms;
- Prepares written reports, documents defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs;
- Operates computer for related data input and retrieval;
- Responds to calls 24 hours a day 7 days a week;
- Performs related duties as required.
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to qualify for and maintain a Class B license is required. An LRV operator certification may be required for some assignments.
- Principles of supervision, training, scheduling, motivation and discipline;
- Industrial and general safety rules and regulations as applied to a maintenance shop;
- Hazardous material handling, storage, and disposal;
- Laws, ordinances, and regulations governing air quality, water quality, environmental issues, and public utilities;
- Theory, operation, and repair of large gasoline and diesel powered vehicles, including engines, transmissions, and ignition; electrical components, shop equipment, air conditioning, heating, pneumatics, hydraulics and other related vehicle and facilities items;
- Operating principles of analog and digital electronics, electronic control circuitry, and associated mechanical systems;
- Theory, operation, and repair of electrically-powered rail vehicles;
- Equipment and tools used in the maintenance and repair of transit vehicles and facilities;
- Principles of quality assurance, including preventative maintenance;
- Operation of common office equipment, including personal computers and common software applications.
- Supervise, train, counsel and discipline subordinate personnel;
- Plan and schedule the work of a maintenance shop for optimum production;
- Inspect quality of work;
- Meet established productivity standards and deadlines;
- Estimate parts and shop needs and supply requirements;
- Understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, union contract provisions and VTA policies and procedures;
- Read and understand blueprints and schematics;
- Prepare written reports, document defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs;
- Perform computer related functions that allow for data input and retrieval;
- Follow oral and written instructions;
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
What’s in it for You?
Health: VTA participates in a CalPERS-sponsored medical plan with VTA contribution to employee and dependent premium health insurance premiums. Employees pay a monthly contribution of any amount in excess of the Kaiser Bay Area Family rate.
Flex Spending Account: $300 employer-funded Health FSA for eligible employees
Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Leave: 17 days of vacation (accrued), 80 Hours of sick time (accrued), 12 paid holidays per year, and 1 floating holiday per year.
Retirement:
- Participation in CalPERS
- Classic Members: 2%@55
- PEPRA Members: 2%@62
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (voluntary)
- 457 pre-tax
- 457 Roth
- Self-directed brokerage account option for qualifying employees
- Retiree medical coverage for eligible employees with VTA contributions to the retiree’s medical premium
Additional perks:
- All active full-time employees and their eligible dependents are eligible for transit passes for use over VTA lines, including VTA Paratransit services.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to each employee, eligible dependent, and household member, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Fund
- Wellness Programs
As we continue to implement our VTA Forward Plan, we aim to strengthen and increase our workforce to take on future opportunities and challenges by elevating our people and our services.
For more information about our VTA Forward Plan, visit: https://www.vta.org/VTAForward
General Instructions
Please read this entire job announcement before applying for the position. Print and keep a copy of this announcement so that you can refer to it. Questions not answered within this job announcement may be sent to personnel@vta.org.
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources department by the stated closing time and date posted. When the stated closing date is “continuous,” apply immediately; the position may close without notice. You will receive an immediate email confirming receipt of your submitted application. If you do not receive this email, contact NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line at (855) 524-5627 between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Only on-line applications will be accepted for this recruitment (paper applications or resumes will not be accepted). Job Interest Notification Cards, or copies of previous, partial, or un-submitted applications, are not an acceptable substitute to a completed application.
ALL APPLICATION AND TESTING NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL. Applicants should select e-mail as the preferred method of notification. Candidates must maintain an up-to-date, valid and reliable e-mail address. Candidates are also responsible for maintaining up-to-date phone numbers and addresses on their on-line account. Due to the number of applications received, candidates must check their application status through their on-line account. Contact NeoGov for assistance if needed.
Information on how to apply for jobs at the VTA is available on the VTA Employment website and from the NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line (855) 524-5627. NeoGov Applicant support is available from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you wish to request an accommodation, call the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email at Personnel@vta.org.
Application Processing Information
All related current and past work experience (including VTA experience) must be listed and fully described in the Work Experience section of the application ("See Resume" is not acceptable). Incomplete or improperly completed online applications may be rejected even if you are qualified for the position for which you are applying. It is your responsibility to ensure that the online application reflects the work experience and education needed to meet the requirements for the position you are applying for. Although your resume may have all your experience and education details, please make sure to complete each section of the online application to ensure that your information is accurately captured during our screening process.
All applications are subject to review as to meeting minimum qualifications at any point in the recruitment process. Passing any step is no guarantee of continuation if it is determined that the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the class specification.
Candidates found to have exaggerated/falsified their qualifications, experience, training, and/or education may be disqualified at any point in the recruitment process and may be denied future employment with the VTA.
If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a criminal conviction disclosure form. Candidates who successfully become VTA employees, and fail to disclose any of the criminal background information as required may be subject to discipline up to and including discharge.
Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However, Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment. If you have questions related to an Eligible List you might be on or were on, you should contact Human Resources.
If you have questions regarding your status as an applicant for this position, please call the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email at Personnel@vta.org.
VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or religious needs, absent undue hardship.
VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national, origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc.
Salary : $131,042 - $159,315
