• Garage Supervisor - Nights

    Regional Transit Service (Rochester, NY)


    Garage Supervisor - Nights

     

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    Posted: 10/30/2025

     

    Location Name: RTS Monroe

     

    Wage Max: 41.90 Hourly

     

    Wage Min: 29.33 Hourly

     

    Position Type: Full Time

     

    Shift: See Posting Details

     

    Garage Supervisor – Nights

     

    Starting Pay: $29.33 - $41.90 per hour based on skills and experience.

     

    Available Shift : Monday, 8:00pm – 6:30 am; Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 8:00pm – 6:30am

    OR

    Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00 pm – 7:30 am; Saturday, 4:00 pm – 2:30 am; and Sunday, 4:00 pm – 2:30 am

     

    Union Representation: Teamsters Local 118

     

    At Regional Transit Service (RTS), we keep our community moving. With more than 1,000 employees across 8 counties, we provide safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation for nearly 8 million riders every year. Join our team and be part of one of the nation's best-run transit systems.

     

    Why Work With Us

     

    + RTS Pension PlanA monthly lifetime income that grows as you continue working at RTS. Your benefit is based on your years of credited service and the pension multiplier and is not affected by investment gains or losses.

    + Excellent pay and union security

    + Stable, consistent work – no flat rate; steady weekly pay

    + Tools and training provided – stay current with the latest technology

    + Strong benefits package – medical, dental, vision, tool and boot allowance, fitness center, and more

     

    What You'll Do

     

    + This is a safety-sensitive, first-line supervisory position responsible for performing a variety of functions relative to the safe and efficient maintenance and repair of all RTS revenue and non-revenue vehicle maintenance, and several RTS buildings and facilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Manager of Fleet Maintenance. This position is expected to open and close the Service Building operations and oversee Service Building employees on weekends, in addition to the Garage.

    + Complete welding, brazing, cutting torch work, and assist with towing/road calls.

    + Conduct safety inspections and ensure proper documentation.

    + Perform alignments and support repairs on articulated and standard buses.

    + Work safely, efficiently, and meet competency standards.

    + Other duties as assigned.

     

    What We're Looking For

     

    + High School Diploma or GED

    + Must obtain a NY State Commercial Driver's License, Class B and any applicable endorsements within 6-months from the hire date (Required to obtain Class B permit prior to start date).

    Other Requirements

    + Must have own tools

    + Must obtain a NYS CDL Class B permit with passenger & air brake endorsements before start, and full Class B license within 90 days

    + Must obtain a CDL Class A permit and towing endorsement (may be after hire) and full Class A license within 90 days of permit

    + English proficiency required for safety-sensitive communication, manuals, and job instructions

    Consideration Will Be Given To The Following Factors:

    + Education attained beyond high school.

    + ASE Certification.

    + Mechanical and Technical Repair Background/Experience.

    + Relevant Previous Work Experience.

    + Relevant Supervisory Experience (may include responsibility for performance review and disciplinary actions).

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

    Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) has a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees in accordance with state and federal law. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

     

    Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship and/or immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law. RGRTA will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

     

    Pursuant to Federal Transit Administration regulations, all applicants for employment in safety-sensitive positions must be given a pre-employment drug test. An applicant may not be assigned safety-sensitive functions unless the individual has a verified negative test result. RTS is required by law to test for various substances, including cocaine, amphetamines, opioids, PCP and marijuana metabolites. Please be advised that marijuana stays in the system for an extended period of time, sometimes more than 30 days, and can cause a positive test result long after use.