Maintenance Foreman

Maintenance Foreman

The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for the direct supervision of maintenance and vehicle service personnel, repair of revenue, and scheduling of revenue and service equipment, buildings, and grounds. Prepare work assignments and reports, maintain records, and update equipment daily availability lists. Maintain effective labor relations between the Authority and the Union in accordance with the bargaining agreement.

Job

Essential Functions:

• Investigate and report CNG station alarms and delays
• Process attendance reports
• Comply with policies, procedures, SOP's, and the Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Supervise, direct, and evaluate the daily work of mechanics and vehicle service personnel, providing leadership, coaching, training, and performance management to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance operations as well as maintaining positive labor relations
• Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, and corrective repairs to maximize fleet availability, ensure on-time service, and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and agency regulations, including FTA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and manufacturer maintenance standards, while promoting a safe work environment.
• Inspect and verify the quality of maintenance work to ensure repairs are completed accurately, safely, and in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Operations, Parts, and other departments, including responding to road calls, emergency repairs, and other service interruptions to maintain reliable transit service.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation, including work orders, inspections, labor reporting, warranty information, and regulatory compliance records using METRO's maintenance management system.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve maintenance procedures, safety initiatives, and operational practices that enhance efficiency, fleet reliability, and employee accountability.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job

Qualifications:

Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; one-year relevant technical training or trade school. CDL Class B license to include passenger endorsement; five to seven years of relevant experience including vehicle repair; or any combination of education, training and work experience which provides the required skill sets to perform the essential functions of the job. Prior transit experience preferred.

Core Values:

• Teamwork
• Safety
• People Centric
• Service Excellence
• Integrity
• Action Ready

METRO rewards its team members by supplying an exceptional benefits package that delivers quality and value while satisfying the diverse needs of our workforce. METRO provides or offers the following:

• Competitive compensation, awarded according to job description and experience or according to union contract.
• Generous benefits including Medical, RX, Dental, vision, AD&D, Life Insurance provided at one low cost premium. METRO also offers a very low deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and co-insurance for both individual and family coverage.
• Contribution towards gym or other exercise program.
• Discounts on various items, such as phones and computers.
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation.
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and picks-up 3% of your required contribution.
• A voluntary Deferred Compensation program
• An Employee Assistance program
• An Educational Reimbursement program