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 Open Positions
Current job postings listed below is the current list of open positions at COTA. Please click on a Job Title to send your resume to us.
Job Title: Purchasing Agent
Department: Supply Management
Date Posted: 6/3/2009 12:00:00 PM - Until Filled
Submit Resume To: jobs@cota.com
Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Business or Materials Management with purchasing exp. preferred; thoroughly knowledgeable of purchasing practices and federal & state laws related to procurement; excellent verbal and written communications skills; ability to interact effectively with persons at all levels within COTA; excellent organizational and analytical skills; proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel.
Description
Implements purchasing and expediting procedures to achieve timely delivery of goods/services on an economical basis; works closely with all departments to assure that purchases meet the needs of the unit; develops bid packages; assists in the preparation, and administration of bid solicitations; manages purchases to obtain highest value for COTA through knowledge of price solving trends analysis, availability of substitute products or new materials, and standardization of specifications; maintains current knowledge laws (local, state and federal) related to the purchasing of goods/services, i.e., Ohio Revised Code, Uniform Commercial Code, FTA Regulations; maintains working relationships with vendors to ensure adequate number of suppliers; evaluates and qualifies vendors; institutes inventory control procedures to avoid accumulation of excess inventories; assists with developing and maintaining thoroughness of departmental Operating Procedures Manual; assists COTA’s DBE Coordinator in ensuring that minority and female vendors have the opportunity available for any and all of COTAs procurements. | Job Title: Technical Writer Intern
Department: Finance
Date Posted: 5/29/2009 12:00:00 PM - Until Filled
Submit Resume To: jobs@cota.com
Qualifications
Salary: $14.00 per hour Graduate Intern; $12.00 per hour Undergraduate Intern; Prefer senior undergraduate student or first year graduate student with very strong writing skills and with the ability to work between 20 to 30 hours per week during office hours; excellent oral communication skills; excellent skills with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Power Point, Excel, Access and Outlook; well-organized – strong time management; self motivated, innovative and results-oriented, creative, driven by datelines and good following directions; demonstrates COTAs values: reliability, dependability and flexibility
Description
The Intern will be playing a role in the development of the Ellipse Optimization Project (EOP). Moreover, he/she will assist with the creation and execution of testing and training materials; create procedures from documentation provided by the COTA lines of business, test scripts process mapping, and existing material; partner with each business unit Subject Matter Experts (SME) to ensure created procedures accurately reflect current processes established with each department
Learning Experience
Opportunity to participate in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project encompassing vehicle and facilities maintenance to supply management and Finance/Accounting; exposure to the transportation Industry; exposure to project management; first hand experience in development of specification, test and training content; real life opportunity to communicate with all levels of management and all lines of business.
| Job Title: Director of Vehicle Maintenance and Engineering
Department: Operations
Date Posted: 4/8/2009 12:00:00 PM - Until Filled
Submit Resume To: jobs@cota.com
Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Automotive, Electronics, Public/Business Administration, or Transportation with ten (10) yrs. exp. in vehicle maintenance operations management, including directing maintenance staff; 3-5 yrs. exp. managing fleet operations in a transit environment; 1 yr. exp. in labor relations req.; must have project management skills; familiarity of activity based accounting & budgeting; exp. in analytical & conceptual skills; exp. in designing quality assurance program; ability to interpret technical specifications related to bus parts & other equipment; knowledge of labor relations/contract negotiations; ability to speak publicly; advanced supervisory skills; familiarity with maintenance information systems; excellent verbal/written communications/human relations skills.
Description
Directs all vehicle maintenance operations/activities to ensure sufficient amount of buses are available to meet service needs; develops and implements preventative maintenance programs; monitors fleet reliability & effectiveness to improve equipment failure and improve on-time performance; oversees technical studies; directs and monitors all capital & operating budget activities; maintains labor relations through contract administration; adjudicates grievances and complaints in a fair, timely manner in accordance with bargaining agreement provisions; work closely with VP of Operations to provide a vision, innovative and progressive technological ideas to improve maintenance operations and revenue service. | Job Title: Coach Repair A
Department: Operations
Date Posted: 3/11/2008 12:00:00 PM - Until Filled
Submit Resume To: jobs@cota.com
Qualifications
Must have knowledge of the construction and operation of various parts of Authority vehicles, especially with respect to repairing same, and demonstrate proficiency with the duties listed; must have documented exp. working as a mechanic, formal education in mechanical field, or appropriate ASE certifications; must be familiar with operation of the Inspection/Running Repair Shop; must possess the proper tools that are required to perform the duties; must have the ability to read/follow instructions and change work priorities as directed; must be able to respond to calls outside of regular hours; must have the ability to train other employees; must be able to handle and complete records/paperwork; must have ability to use computers/diagnostic equipment; must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License as required by statute; and must be able to pass written and practical skill assessment testing.
Description
Salary is $19.71/hr.Responsibilities include repairing and/or replacing units on vehicles in the shop or on the road; draining air tanks; adding air and replacing tires on Authority vehicles; performing battery maintenance checks, making road service calls; occasionally performing minor touch-up painting on coaches; operating cleaning/power washing equipment; responding to emergency situations; inspecting, diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical units, performing wiring repairs; operating jacks, & towing equipment; removing/installing parts and body panels; operating shop equipment; troubleshooting issues specific with engines & other units affecting vehicle operation; performing preventative maintenance inspections; soldering, heating and acetylene cutting on vehicles; and removing/replacing windows, framing and retainers as required on Authority vehicles. | Job Title: Bus Operator
Department: Operations
Date Posted: 1/1/2008 12:00:00 PM - Continuous Openings
Submit Resume To: jobs@cota.com
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 or older; possess a valid Driver's license; ability to obtain CDL Temporary Permit with airbrake & passenger endorsements; must have reliable transportation; possess HS diploma or GED; must have good driving record; no criminal history; must have steady work history with 1-3 yrs. exp. working with the public.
Description
Salary is $13.75/hr.Provide outstanding customer service while operating a motor coach & transporting passengers in a safe, courteous, and on-time manner; perform safety checks & communicate with dispatch office; may also serve as training instructor for student operators; fluency in Spanish and Somali are a plus. |
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