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Assistant Superintendent - Bus Maintenance

Salary

$70,743.00 - $110,288.00 Annually

Location

Baltimore City

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

9721-MTA-ASSSUPBM-12/25-MA

Department

Maryland Transit Administration

Opening Date

12/08/2025

Closing Date

12/22/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION

Assistant Superintendent - Bus Maintenance (Asst. Supt Transportation ) (9721)

Career Service

Open to all qualified applicants!

Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team!

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for the Assistant Superintendent of Bus Maintenance. The Assistant Superintendent of the Bus Maintenance in the Operations Support Department is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily Operation of a Bus Maintenance Division/ Department in the absence of the Superintendent or as needed by higher management. This includes directing the planning and development of methods to effectively utilize/maintain all resources within Bus Maintenance. The Assistant Superintendent will be responsible for assigned equipment and support personnel to meet all operating and/or maintenance requirements in accordance with all established MTA practices, policies and procedures. He/she will supervise front line Bus Maintenance supervisors and indirectly supervise electronic technicians, repairmen and other support personnel. The Assistant Superintendent will receive managerial supervision from the Divisional Superintendent and other designated management officials.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Provide leadership to staff within the Bus Maintenance Department.

+ Oversee daily review of bus maintenance documentation and ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations, including reporting incidents or accidents in line with OSHA 300 guidelines.

+ Assist in developing and implementing bus maintenance procedures, conducts the annual review of Special Operating Procedures (SOPs), and manages shop safety oversight.

+ Collaborate closely with the superintendent and supervisors to address operational deficiencies, budget concerns, and labor issues.

+ Assist the Superintendent in evaluating and resolving current and potential issues, manages solution implementation, and prepares correspondence and technical reports.

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in bus maintenance administration and a proven track record of effective leadership. The successful candidate will be adept at addressing operational challenges, managing budgets, and handling labor-related issues. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills are essential in this role.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of railcar maintenance, we encourage you to apply. Join our dynamic team at MTA and contribute to the continued success of our bus maintenance department!

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Five years of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a mass transit system and/or related operations that required the resolution of operational problems related to scheduled service, equipment failure, equipment maintenance, inclement weather, or other service disruptions. One year of the required experience must have involved supervisory or program management responsibilities.

Notes:

1. Additional experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at a rate of thirty credit hours for each year of the required experience for up to four years of the required non-supervisory experience.

3. U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Experience Requirement of the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses & Certifications

1. Employees in this classification are assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Additional Information

Employees should adhere to all safety rules, policies, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to support a safe and healthy working environment. Employees may attend and participate in safety meetings and should report hazards, unsafe acts, near misses, injuries, and accidents immediately to the Office of Safety and supervision.

To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol. Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. May only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety training.

To Apply:

You must complete a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.

Note:

Applications not completely filled out will not be considered. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. Employees are subject to the State Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing. It is highly recommended that applications be completed and submitted online by registering at www.mdot.maryland.gov/employment. Make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.

Applicants with degrees granted outside of the United States will be required to provide a written evaluation of education documentation by a credentialing organization such as: International Credential Evaluation (WES), https://www.wes.org/ .

Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.

The Maryland Department of Transportation is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-18 Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

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WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MTA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Issue Date: 12/08/2025

Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:

https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152

Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!

*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.

Employer

Maryland Department of Transportation

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Website

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