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Maintenance Service Supervisor

TOMPKINS CONSOLIDATED AREA TRANSIT INC
Ithaca, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/12/2026

Now Hiring: Swing Shift Supervisor (TCAT Maintenance Team)

Are you a natural team leader who thrives on getting people organized, motivated, and aligned with work goals?  We’re looking for a Shift Supervisor with the ability and aptitude to lead our evening shift with confidence and clarity.  In this role, your ability to coach individuals, follow through on performance expectations, and ensure work orders are completed according to operational priorities will be key to your success.  Prior diesel or heavy equipment experience is a plus, but not required!  If you’re ready to bring out the best in a team of diesel mechanics and drive results in a safety-first, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM, Monday–Friday
Team: 12 Technicians, 6 Handlers/Fuelers
Fleet: Gillig Diesel & Battery-Electric Buses

 

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and support a team of mechanics and apprentices performing fleet vehicle maintenance
  • Assign and prioritize repair & maintenance tasks according to management priorities
  • Ensure compliance with NYS & federal transit maintenance regulations (we'll train you!)
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, inspections, service hours, and inventory
  • Collaborate with the Parts Coordinator to keep our shop running smoothly

 

What You Bring

  • Collaborative growth mindset and a passion for leading & coaching
  • Comfortable with computer systems (Excel, etc.)
  • 1-3 years of supervisory or team lead experience (union experience is a plus!)
  • Prefer: 3 years of heavy equipment or diesel maintenance experience 
  • Prefer: Basic knowledge of diesel engines, drive trains, brakes, hydraulics, and electronic diagnostics
  • Safe driver record, and willing to get CDL with endorsements
Qualifications:

Outstanding Benefits: 

  • Excellus health insurance with substantial employer contribution 
  • Individual and family plans plus FSA & HSA voluntary options available 
  • Company-paid dental and vision insurance plans (family and individual options)
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance plans 
  • Company-paid group short-term & long-term disability insurance plans 
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 10% direct company contribution after 2 years
  • Generous PTO: 15 vacation days, 7 holidays, 5 floating holidays (paid out if unused), 3 personal days, 7 sick days
  • Employee assistance program

Work Environment: You’ll work in a well-equipped shop with a supportive management team that values safety, communication, and continuous learning.   

Career Growth: We promote from within and invest in leadership development.

Expand Your Skills: We'll help you get your CDL and gain experience in a transit environment.  We'll train you on any gaps in your knowledge base.

Ready to lead, mentor, and make a difference?  Apply now and help us keep Tompkins County moving safely and reliably!

 

Salary : $27 - $31

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