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Transit Director, Maintenance
Broward County, Florida Fort Lauderdale, FL
$93k-121k (estimate)
Full Time | Consumer Services 3 Weeks Ago
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Broward County, Florida is Hiring a Transit Director, Maintenance Near Fort Lauderdale, FL

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Transit Director - Maintenance.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

High Deductible Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single $10.39 - Family $76.94

Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,400 Annually

Consumer-Driven Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums:

Single $78.64 - Family $273.13

Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match

Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year

Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave for Eligible Positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)

Paid Parental Leave

General Description
This highly responsible position will provide technical and administrative management of maintenance activities with a focus on the highest quality of vehicle maintenance and repair to provide safe, clean, and reliable transportation to the riding public.

Broward County Transit (BCT) is the second largest transit system in Florida. BCT is seeking a highly qualified Director of Maintenance to provide leadership and direction as a key member of the senior management team. This highly responsible position will provide technical and administrative management of maintenance activities with a focus on the highest quality levels of transit vehicle maintenance and repair.

The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, administrative, and management skills necessary to strategically direct staff and maintenance activities including cost effective bus and facility maintenance with an emphasis on delivering outstanding customer service and drive fleet performance to the next level.

Assignments are received from the Assistant General Manager of Operations in the form of general program objectives and broad policy statements and the assigned work is performed with considerable independence and judgment.

Performance is reviewed periodically through conferences, consultations and written reports.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Transportation, engineering or closely related field.
(Two years of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Six (6) years administrative experience in public transit or transportation maintenance including four (4) years of high level supervisory/managerial experience.Special Certifications and Licenses Required
None.
Preferences
Five years of experience in heavy duty diesel repair and maintenance, including major overhauls;

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of operating a publicly transit transportation system;

Comprehensive knowledge of bus maintenance operations including preventative maintenance, safety, equipment specifications, and alternative fuel systems and applications;

Considerable knowledge of environmental and related safety procedures and policies;

Knowledge of inventory control management;

Strong leadership and management skills to manage supervisory staff;

Knowledge or exposure to electric vehicle technology;

Supervisory/management experience in a Union environment;

The ability to foster teamwork and effectively communicate orally and in writing;

Strong prioritization and delegation skills and the ability to manage a large operation;

The ability to analyze information, assess its reliability and make related operational decisions;

The ability to make appropriate decisions rapidly, under pressure and with constraints (i.e. the availability of equipment and labor);

The knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office as well as industry programs like AssetWorks, Cummins Engine In-Site program, Detroit Pro-Link, and ZF-Tech transmission program;

The ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Performs oversight of the maintenance activities including but not limited to: long term (bus) fleet requirements; daily bus fleet service requirements; safety management; preventative maintenance programs; operational cost analysis; asset management; and maintenance information systems.
Provides oversight of on-going service planning efforts, long-range planning projects, scheduling related activities, and capital projects; coordinates with external stakeholders; works closely with staff members in support of Division goals for safe, courteous, and reliable transit services.
Develops and implements strategies to ensure bus maintenance program goals are achieved.
Works directly with department heads and division directors; directs superintendents and other assigned staff during emergencies or critical situations, equipment breakdowns, and service delays.
Reviews and approves specifications for bus vehicles, bus support equipment, shop tools and equipment.
Provides technical leadership and direction ensuring the successful integration of new methods and technologies with existing application systems.
Monitors staff compliance with the divisions' policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements; as well as local, state and federal rules and regulations and complies with all reporting requirements.
Interacts with internal Division sections and outside agencies to identify and coordinate schedule and procedural improvements; provides input for the development of the budget for the Division and manages the assignment of Division resources to ensure that service objectives are achieved within the established budget.
Manages the delivery of transportation services for the assigned Division for long term sustainability; develops and supervises special projects related to Division operational goals, from inception to close, on time and within project scope and budget.
Recruiting staff, assigning work, training, coaching, and counseling to ensure consistent application of Broward County and Transportation Department guidelines, processes, and procedures.
Ensures the proper maintenance of employee records and department statistics related to assigned operations.
Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of professional, administrative and hourly staff.
Makes recommendations for disciplinary actions, and participates in problem solving forums, grievance resolution, and related labor relations activities.
Conducts performance reviews and holds employees accountable for the performance of their responsibilities.
Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Performs work on typical office equipment (computer, phone, fax, radio etc.)
Must be able to navigate in a garage setting, in multiple physical locations.
Must be able to travel for seminars, purchasing, or other business needs

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to elevated noise levels.
Exposure to hazards related to maintenance in a garage setting, chemicals, tripping hazards, etc.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Consumer Services

SALARY

$93k-121k (estimate)

POST DATE

05/24/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

07/23/2024

WEBSITE

fll.net

HEADQUARTERS

Coral Springs, FL

SIZE

<25

INDUSTRY

Consumer Services

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