JOB
Performs supervisory work, services and some repair work on light and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Oversees and manages the yearly, monthly and daily operations of the vehicle/equipment maintenance and repair shops and staff performing scheduled maintenance work and unscheduled maintenance repairs. Plans, schedules, coordinates and prioritizes work, tracks production schedules and materials and resources consumed, and monitors program processes for efficiency. Evaluates and inspects projects and recommends and implements program and process changes, as required. Develops and submits program and project reports to management within appropriate time frames. Performs all work in compliance with established work schedules, methods and safety procedures and practices.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the second in a series of two equipment mechanic-related job classifications within the Skilled Trades job family. This classification is distinguished by the scope of supervisory work and additional lead and technical experience being performed. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Supervises, plans, develops, schedules, prioritizes, directs, implements and monitors the daily work activities of subordinates and other staff members performing daily maintenance and customer service program elements.
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Manages subordinates and other staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed, work and safety standards are maintained, and schedules are met.
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Monitors, inspects and reports on work performance within programs. Recommends changes based on production analysis and customer service standards tracking. Counsels employees as necessary to improve performance. Determines necessity of, implements, reviews and recommends disciplinary action or termination of employees, as required.
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May service, inspect, diagnose and perform some repair work on vehicles and equipment in accordance with preventive maintenance schedules or unscheduled repair work.
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Conducts quality control checks and tests. Test drives vehicles and equipment.
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Prepares cost estimates for work projects.
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Coordinates purchase requests for parts orders. Controls and manages stock inventory for repair facility.
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Maintains records of repairs made, work orders and time worked. Prepares and evaluates reports and keeps records on types of repairs, costs and materials used.
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Communicates and coordinates with County departments, staff, and other public and private entities regarding program operations, project coordination, schedules, work requests, and issues and conflict resolutions. Serves as technical advisor in fleet maintenance and repairs.
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Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 10-60 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending for extended periods of time, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, driving, handling, use of vision, depth perception, reaching, forceful gripping, twisting, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with exhaust fumes, volatile chemicals and hazardous substances. Subject to contact with dangerous machinery, noise, vibration, fumes, foul odor, dirt, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation, tools or machinery, indoors/outdoors in all types of weather (excessive heat and cold).
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7 am - 3:30 pm
Department: TNR (Transportation & Natural Resources)
Location: 6011 Blue Bluff Road Austin Texas 78724 United States.
Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
For updates or questions about this posting, contact: Olivia Aleman at [email protected].
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.