Transit Mechanic Supervisor

Ottawa County Transportation Agency

POSITION POSTING

POSITION : Mechanic Supervisor

STATUS: Full-time – M-F/40 hrs per week (some evening and weekend hours may be needed; on-call for road emergencies)

REPORTS TO: Transit Director

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS: Non-Exempt/Classified Civil Service

WAGE: $35.00/hour

SUMMARY: The primary purpose of the Mechanic Supervisor Position is to directly supervise the performance of Mechanics as well as to provide preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair vehicle problems. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for implementing the facility maintenance plan and keeping up with facility maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervisory-

· Provides direct supervision to Mechanics and trains if needed.

· Trains new and current employees, including proper use of tie-downs, pre-and post vehicle inspections, completing maintenance requests and other vehicle maintenance and safety issues as required.

Vehicle Maintenance-

· Orders automotive parts for OCTA and contract agencies, as applicable.

· Maintains stock of inventory for OCTA and contract agencies, as applicable.

· Diagnoses and repairs OCTA and contract agency vehicles

· Performs Preventative Maintenance on OCTA and agency Vehicles

· Determines if a vehicle is safe to drive.

· Cleans vehicles.

Building and Grounds Maintenance-

· Performs building maintenance and grounds keeping duties according to the Facilities Maintenance Plan, including snow removal and other work in inclement conditions.

General-

· Prepares vehicle specifications for bidding and/or grant writing.

· Possesses a working knowledge of Operations, Finance and Maintenance and is able to ensure the responsibilities of the Transit Manager and Transit Director are being accomplished during their absence.

· Performs other duties as assigned by the Transit Director.

· Possesses a positive commitment and a passion for the mission and vision of the Ottawa County Transit Board.

· Adheres to policies and standards as adopted by the County, contract agencies, and other governmental bodies as appropriate.

· Maintains professional ethics in keeping with the confidentiality of information and material accessed.

· Maintains appearance of the office, vehicles, and own appearance in such a manner as to enhance the prestige and dignity of the department.

· Represents OCTA to the public in a positive manner.

· Maintains a cooperative relationship with co-workers, agencies, and administration.

· May be required to lift, carry, move, and secure wheelchairs and passengers.

· Assists passengers who exhibit behaviors that could result in physical injury and/or exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

· Attends professional development workshops, seminars and conferences.

· Subscribes to industry publications and listservs to stay informed of trends and current events in the field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training

· Five years experience supervising vehicle and facility maintenance operations.

· Valid State of Ohio driver license with a Class B passenger and airbrake endorsement.

· Completion of vocational training in automotive mechanics at high school level or equivalent automotive/diesel mechanics training and two years experience in a position similar to an Automotive Mechanic.

General Requirements-

· Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

· Must pass criminal background check.

· May not be listed on the Ohio Abuser Registry.

· Must be fit for duty.

Skills, Knowledge and Personal Characteristics-

· Sight, hearing, smell, and physical ability to perform duties of mechanic.

· The maintenance supervisor and mechanics work in an environment which can be dangerous, requires protective gear and which requires great physical stamina. The maintenance supervisor must be willing and able to:

• Move heavy automotive parts and 50-gallon drums of fluids.
• Grounds keeping and building maintenance duties which require climbing ladders or lifting heavy objects.
• Frequently stand, bend, and squat
• Work with and around equipment which could cause serious injury or death, such as a grinder, brake lathe, chain saw, lawn mower, weed eater, salt spreader, hand drills and tools, drill press, table saw, and tire changer.
• Manipulate objects in tight spaces, with potentially hazardous vehicle parts, such as battery acid or fan blades nearby.
• Work with a variety of hazardous materials, such as Freon, battery acid, antifreeze, motor oil, gasoline, and diesel fuel.
• Provides roadside assistance to disabled vehicles, including working very close to moving traffic and in all types of weather.
• Work in a vehicle repair shop with is often noisy, with power tools and compression equipment frequently being used. In addition, heat and cold regularly enter while the garage doors are being opened or closed. Odors from automobile oil, tires, and other auto equipment are also present.

· Must have personal tools to perform duties.

· Ability to read and comprehend instructions in order to perform bill procedures, safety practices, maintain inventory records, supervisory functions such as assigning work, approving vacation time, conducting performance appraisals,

· Ability to operate and maintain vehicles and mechanical equipment.

· Oral Communications.

· Complete forms, reports and maintenance records.

· Read maps and follow verbal directions to get to the location of a vehicle breakdown.

Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. NOTE: while recreational marijuana may be legal in the state of Ohio, the County has elected to prohibit employees or applicants from using or testing positive for marijuana or THC. Any positive drug test will result in a withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

TO APPLY:

Resumes or applications may be submitted via mail, email or fax as follows:

OCTA

237 N. Toussaint South

Oak Harbor, OH 43449

Fax: 419-898-3167

Email: [email protected]

No Phone Calls Please

DEADLINE TO APPLY is January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm or until filled

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• fleet maintenance management: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person