• Swing Shift Supervisor

    TCAT - Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (Ithaca, NY)


    Swing Shift Supervisor

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Headquarters - Ithaca, NY

     

    Salary Range

     

    $32.00 - $38.00 Hourly

     

    Help Keep Tompkins County Moving!

     

    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 tocoach individuals, follow through on performance expectations, and ensure work orders are completedaccording 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 tobring out the best in a team of diesel mechanics and drive resultsin 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/FuelersFleet: Gillig Diesel & Battery-Electric Buses

     

    What You’ll Do

     

    + Lead and supporta team of mechanics and apprentices performing fleet vehicle maintenance

    + Assign and prioritizerepair & maintenance tasks according to management priorities

    + Ensure compliancewith NYS & federal transit maintenance regulations (we'll train you!)

    + Maintain accurate recordsof attendance, performance, inspections, service hours, and inventory

    + Collaboratewith the Parts Coordinator to keep our shop running smoothly

     

    What You Bring

     

    + Collaborative growth mindsetand 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

     

    Why Join TCAT?

    Outstanding Benefits:

    + Excellus health insurance withsubstantialemployer contribution

    + Company-paiddental and vision insurance plans

    + 401(k) retirement plan with10% company contributionafter 2 years

    + Generous PTO: 15 vacation days, 7 holidays, 5 floating holidays (paid out if unused), 3 personal days, 7 sick days

     

    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 g et your CDL and gain experience in a transit environment. We'll train you on any gaps in your transit knowledge base.

     

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