The posting
Bodyshop Supervisor
Body Shop Leadership Career Opportunity
Pay
$36.02 per hour minimum contractual rate, effective October 1, 2026
Location
4305 East 21st Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33605
Employment
Full time
Closing date
Until filled
Requisition
26-074
Area of interest
Maintenance
Lead Quality Repairs and Shop Performance
HART is seeking a Bodyshop Supervisor to lead daily Body Shop operations, support quality vehicle repairs and make effective use of staff, equipment and shop resources. You will supervise Paint and Body Technicians, coordinate repair assignments and project completion, and help maintain a safe, productive and well-organized shop.
This Teamsters, non-exempt, safety-sensitive position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Manager and supervises Paint and Body Technicians.
ASE Certification Pay Provision
Under Appendix B of the 2024–2027 Teamsters agreement: “Any maintenance supervisor who meets the qualifications of Authority’s ‘ASE Certified Master Technician’ position shall receive Five Percent (5%) above the current hourly rate for that position.”
Why Choose HART
- Connect your body shop leadership and technical experience to dependable public transportation.
- Lead skilled technicians and strengthen workmanship, teamwork and shop safety.
- Help improve repair workflows, control costs and make effective use of shop resources.
What You Will Do
- Coordinate daily Body Shop operations, assign technicians and other shop personnel to appropriate work areas, and manage repair order flow to match shop capacity. Monitor campaigns and track projects through completion.
- Promote pride of workmanship, employee productivity and earnings. Identify and eliminate practices that waste supplies, utilities, space and time.
- Assist in determining staffing requirements and training Body Shop staff. Monitor attendance, punctuality and compliance with HART policies; conduct performance evaluations and document employee behavior that may require disciplinary action.
- Communicate employee complaints requiring management attention promptly, tactfully and with concern. Make firm, fair decisions and take constructive action to resolve problems.
- Maintain shop cleanliness and appearance. Keep equipment in safe working condition, schedule preventive maintenance and maintain control of specialized repair tools.
- Understand and monitor Body Shop income and expenses. Obtain competitive bids for tools, equipment, subcontracted repairs and supplies, and ensure HART receives full value from outside Body Shop services.
- Serve as the contact for outside Body Shop contracts and coordinate vendor services.
- Assist Risk/Claims with accident and repair records, including work orders, parts and labor information in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system.
- Report to upper management any condition that could jeopardize employee or customer safety, welfare or integrity. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
What Success Looks Like
- Quality and efficiency. Repair work progresses through the shop with clear priorities, sound workmanship and effective use of capacity.
- Accountable leadership. Employees receive clear assignments, training, consistent feedback and fair treatment.
- Safe, organized operations. Equipment, tools and work areas remain ready for safe use.
- Responsible resource management. Accurate records, competitive purchasing and vendor oversight support cost control.
What You Bring
Required
- At least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- At least three (3) years of high-level body shop management experience.
- At least five (5) years of experience in body shop work, paint preparation, painting, welding and fabrication.
- A valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Passenger (P) endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire or moving to Florida.
- Knowledge of the applicable bargaining unit contract, Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) requirements, and standard office practices and procedures.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; sound analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to organize and prioritize concurrent tasks, meet deadlines and work effectively under stress and frequent interruptions.
- Ability to work positively with varied internal and external contacts, contribute as a flexible team member, and meet attendance and punctuality requirements.
- Ability to use shop tools and equipment, computers, copiers, multiline telephone systems, fax machines and calculators.
Preferred
- High school diploma or GED.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- This safety-sensitive position is subject to 24-hour call for emergency situations. A working cell phone and a home phone number are required.
- Work includes shop and typical office environments, with exposure to all weather conditions.
- Occasionally lift, bend and carry supplies or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Occasional exposure to shop noise at 85 decibels or higher, mechanical hazards, fumes, odors and chemical hazards.
Safety and Security Responsibilities
All HART employees are responsible for a safe and secure environment for customers, contractors, visitors and coworkers. Follow health, safety, security and quality-management policies; recognize and report accidents and hazardous conditions; help develop and promote departmental safety procedures; and properly use and care for assigned equipment and materials. HART provides appropriate safety and equipment training as required.
Apply to Join HART
Bring your body shop expertise and supervisory experience to HART. Apply for Bodyshop Supervisor, requisition 26-074, and help support safe, efficient vehicle repair operations.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations
HART is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or other status protected by federal or state law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application and interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This requisition describes the general nature and level of work and is not an exhaustive list of duties, qualifications or working conditions. Employees may perform other duties as assigned.
It is the responsibility of all HART employees to provide a safe and secure environment for HART customers, contractors, visitors and fellow co-workers. HART employees are also responsible for:
- Adhering to stated policies and procedures relating to health and safety, security, and quality management.
- Recognizing and reporting all accidents and hazardous conditions.
- Assisting in the development of workplace safety procedures for their respective departments.
- Promoting workplace safety procedures within their department.
- Adhering to procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials for which the role has responsibility.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.
The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
EEO Compliance: HART is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or other status protected by Federal or State law.
ADA Compliance: Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application process and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
