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Superintendent- Heavy Overhaul Shop

Job ID:

250727

Location:

MD-Metro Bldg New Carrollton

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Posting Open-Close

08/28/2025

-

09/11/2025

Union

NRP

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education

+ High School diploma or GED

Experience

+ A minimum of seven (7) years of transit maintenance experience inspecting and repairing a large inter/intra city bus and/or related vehicular fleet

+ Experience must include at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity over fleet maintenance functions, consisting of the oversight of union employees, division environment safety and bus maintenance equipment maintenance, repair and overhaul.

Certification/Licensure

+ A valid driver’s license

Preferred

+ Experience as a senior supervisor and/or manager of a metropolitan bus maintenance facility.

+ Vocational, technical training and/or Technical Certification/Licenses in automotive maintenance

+ Associate’s Degree in Fleet Management, Engineering, Transportation or related field

Medical Group

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Mission Essential Designation:

+ In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

Job Summary

The Heavy Overhaul Shop Superintendent is a managerial, supervisory, technical, and administrative bus maintenance manager accountable for the effective operational planning and management/supervision of major repair and overhaul work on Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Administration (WMATA) bus systems, components, and mechanical/electrical assemblies. The incumbent manages and supervises all aspects of the heavy maintenance shop operation. The accountability involves developing maintenance schedules, programs, formulates and executes the shop budget; makes staffing level determinations, plans work, and related matters to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the maintenance shop. Work is performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance procedures and the Authority’s adopted maintenance program.

Essential Functions

+ Assists with calibration and maintenance of repair shop tools, test equipment, and machines. Enforces established WMATA safety and personnel management practices.

+ Attends weekly meetings with supervisors. Communicates with procurement to make sure shops are properly stocked.

+ Monitors tool and part inventories and the condition of shops. Reviews shop production reports. Ensures proper training for employees.

+ Prepares annual and long-range forecasts for budgetary and other purposes. Manages financial budget. Ensures shop operations comply with budget restrictions. Ensures the shop has necessary tools, equipment, and parts.

+ Manages all aspects of the heavy overhaul maintenance program. Establishes a comprehensive and effective heavy maintenance program. Establishes work plans and evaluates staff performance.

+ Manages testing, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of bus vehicle systems. Monitors sources of capital input. Evaluates fuel, oil, and parts consumption. Investigates and diagnoses bus component failures and alleged failures.

+ Oversees effective shop operations and goal maintenance. Oversees major repairs of buses after accidents. Participates in the technical evaluation of new vehicles, equipment, and parts. Purchases necessary parts.

+ Submits daily inventories and requirements. Works with suppliers and manufacturer representatives. Troubleshoots various shop problems.

+ Recommends personnel actions such as hires, promotions, discharges, or disciplinary measures. Conducts disciplinary interviews and administers discipline as required. Coordinates with internal and external parties to resolve issues. Discusses complaints and grievances with employees and employee representatives.

+ Responds to road emergencies. Monitors time allowance and overtime usage.

+ Serves on various interview panels as required

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

+ Skills and/or behavioral assessment

+ Personal interview

+ Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)

+ Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)

+ Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)

+ Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.