Lead Technician - Transit Operations

Lead Technician – Diesel/Gas Transit Bus

Transdev in Abingdon, MD is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Technician to join our team. The Lead Technician will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of our bus yard technician team, ensuring the timely and efficient diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of vehicles and equipment. As a Lead Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $32.00 – Maximum $37.00

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 6 standard and 6 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Company paid ASE testing and training materials.

• Coordinate and prioritize the workload of the bus yard team, assigning tasks and ensuring that all work is completed in a timely manner.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to identify and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues in vehicles.
• Manage inventory levels of parts and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels to support maintenance and repair activities while minimizing waste and excess inventory.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, and other components, adhering to manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
• Coach and monitor members of the work team.
• Maintain open communication and good relations with customer.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience, with demonstrated proficiency in diagnosing and repairing engines and related systems.
• ASE Certified preferred
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Subject to a DOT physical exam and DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

• The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
• Push and pull objects, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes, and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us. HR.T

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world.

As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at  or watch an overview video.