Foreman

Job Description

Reporting to the Superintendent of Maintenance, the Foreman assists in supervising maintenance personnel and overseeing vehicle repair and maintenance activities. Job duties include:

1. Supervising vehicle repair and maintenance activities.
2. Assigning work to employees using Oracle.
3. Reviewing work orders for time and material usage.
4. Monitoring employee attendance.
5. Responding to road calls.
6. Providing instructions and on-the-job training to mechanics.
7. Generating and reviewing reports.
8. Performing administrative duties.
9. Updating and maintaining vehicle repair logs.
10. Overseeing vehicle servicing, interior cleaning, and facility repairs.
11. Inspecting the facility for safety and security compliance.
12. Performing other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Age:

Must be 21 and over.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalency

Experience:

Must have at least four years prior experience with diesel/gas maintenance and repair and/or technical training to include diesel engines, bus electrical, suspension and hydraulic systems, DOT regulations, and preventative maintenance, and must have a good work record; supervisory experience is preferred. 

Certifications/Licenses:

Must have or able to obtain a Class A Illinois Commercial Driver's License with airbrake and passenger endorsements within 90 days of being hired. 

Must have DOT certification.

A/C certification is preferred.

Proficiencies:

Must pass the Foreman exam 

Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to read and follow blueprint, schematics, and maintenance manuals. 

Must be proficient using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office setting, in a garage, and outdoors. May be exposed to loud or distracting sounds and noise levels throughout their workday. May be exposed to smells from gasoline, oil, other solvents, and other contaminants. 

This position is not eligible for telecommuting or a hybrid work schedule. 

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods, operate assigned equipment, and lift and carry objects up to 100 pounds

This is a safety sensitive position. 

Salary:

Full salary range: $56,523-$118,757

Midpoint: $72,082-87,640

Starting salary range: $70,668-$84,813

Pace provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential. The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications.

BENEFITS SUMMARY 

Pace, the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority (“Pace”), was established to aid and assist public transportation in the six-county northeastern Illinois area consisting of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties.

As an equal opportunity employer, Pace seeks to employ qualified personnel in all job classifications and to provide equal opportunities in a manner that will not discriminate against any person because of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or civil union status, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, order of protection status, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic defined under applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Pace. If you are having difficulty completing this application or require other assistance, please contact Devlin Collins at devlin.collins@pacebus.com.