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Bus Reliability Supervisor

Job ID:

251127

Location:

DC - Western Bus Facility

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Posting Open-Close

12/22/2025

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01/05/2026

Union

NRP

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

+ High school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED).

Experience

+ Minimum four (4) years formal training in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Minimum four (4) years supervisory experience.

Certification/Licensure

+ Possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with air brake and passenger endorsements issued from the jurisdiction of residence.

Preferred

+ Demonstrated technical supervisory experience in a maintenance environment.

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 Bus Reliability Supervisor is responsible for inspection, disassembly, repair, assembly, and/or installation of bus engines, transmissions, large and small electric/pneumatic/hydraulic components for all aspects of vehicle maintenance systems. In this role, the incumbent initiates and supervises repairs, surveys, reports and maintenance data collection associated with the technical aspect in support of maintenance control and BUS data systems.

Essential Functions:

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:

+ Administers rules and regulations from the Labor Agreements, the BUS Rule Book, Authority Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures as well as advises mechanics on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-related issues and engineering modifications to solve problems.

+ Analyzes and troubleshoots major mechanical failures, completes necessary written and electronic reports and documentation, determines appropriate resolution to technical problems, completes technical administrative tasks associated with the maintenance support function, and determines the need for meetings with vendors, manufacturers, suppliers and management.

+ Procures parts needed for related work, requisitions materials and tools, and ensures proper use and care.

+ Coordinates with the Material Support Group (MSG) to ensure the effective and economical repair of repairable assets, ensures maintenance programs follow established Washington Metropolitan Area Authority (WMATA) policies and procedures, enforces safety regulations, establishes inspection and preventive maintenance schedules for vehicles assigned to garages, and interprets maintenance manuals, schematics, job orders and updates as-built diagrams for future installation and equipment modification.

+ Operates as a liaison between operating divisions and heavy overhaul shops, monitors the progress and completion of work, inspects repair work before releasing vehicles to service, and recommends measures to improve equipment performance and efficiency of work force.

+ Establishes inspection and maintenance training requirements for employees, evaluates progress, and discusses complaints and grievances with employees or their representatives. Recommends and initiates personnel actions and supervises personnel involved in corrective or preventive maintenance

+ May be required to obtain certification and perform duties as a Contracting Officers Technical Representative (COTR).

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