Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

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The Fleet Supervisor is responsible for supervising and overseeing staff to ensure efficient and cost-effective handling of maintenance issues of fleet operations and highway buildings and grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

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Assists Fleet Manager with costs analyses and calculations to administer fleet maintenance and replacement program for all highway equipment. Assists in capital equipment replacement plan; Determines equipment replacement cycles with Fleet Manager; Assists with bid specifications for new equipment, assembly and receiving of equipment and fleet vehicles; coordinates the inspection of newly received vehicles/equipment preparation to accommodate departments' special requirements. Demonstrates exceptional fiscal management to maintain shop's financial stability; Adheres to the shop's annual budget for maintenance, parts, supplies, and equipment along with building and grounds repairs with Fleet Manager; completes review of fleet operations invoices as required to ensure proper account allocation; enters direct fleet charges in County Highway Equipment Microcomputer Systems (CHEMS) software. Practices motivational leadership to supervise and manage activities of staff; determines work procedures and schedules; develops methods for expediting workflow; reviews and approves timecards; promotes a safe work environment; Recommends and coordinates training needs on equipment, repairs, operation, and safety related activities with Fleet Manager; evaluates employee performance; coaches, and counsels staff to achieve improved performance and productivity; recommends corrective disciplinary action as needed to Fleet Manager; identifies individual training needs in order to achieve greater departmental performance and productivity. Participate as needed for decisions on hiring, retention, discipline, and other personnel matters; Assist with setting goals and objectives for fleet operations with Fleet Manager. The ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; reviews daily safety equipment inspection reports to ensure safe operations of all fleet equipment; schedules equipment repair and maintenance based on vehicle safety inspections, fleet program metrics and established preventative maintenance schedules; establishes and adjusts work schedules and procedures for equipment repair and maintenance projects to meet budget and completion deadlines and project specifications; interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers and assigns tasks accordingly. Ensures quality control procedures for the shop are met; confers with other supervisors, equipment operators, and workers on proper procedures for equipment handling and safety practices to minimize equipment breakdown or failure; researches, develops, and establishes job time standards for common repairs and preventative maintenance tasks. Communicates the status of fleet repairs with Field Operations Staff; coordinates preventive maintenance activities for equipment to ensure equipment availability when needed in the field. Monitor fleet warranties and recalls; ensure warrantable repairs are completed and reimbursed. Supervises inventory of supplies, parts, and materials for fleet operations, department vehicles, equipment, and facilities; stays current with new technology and basic knowledge required to troubleshoot and determine repairs; confers with equipment and other suppliers to keep abreast of changes in equipment, maintenance techniques, and current literature; recommends equipment replacement as required or needed. Assists as needed to orders parts and other inventory; accesses equipment specifications; monitors use of materials, equipment, and services; provides records and reports of equipment and facility operations, and repair costs to Fleet Manager. Supervises Highway Department building facilities repairs, remodeling, and cleanliness; coordinates with contractors such as plumbers, electricians, or other trades for buildings and grounds maintenance/repair; collaborates with Eau Claire County Facilities Department on building maintenance, as needed.*
Operates communications equipment between shop and field personnel to communicate and relay information; receives telephone and radio calls, determines nature of incident or emergency, and notifies appropriate authorities; communicates and relays information to supervisors and field crews. Provides back-up coverage to the Fleet Manager as required or assigned. Performs other related duties as required or assigned

TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

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Associate degree or technical diploma with an emphasis in automotive repair, heavy equipment maintenance or related field. Two (2) years of experience performing mechanic duties in automotive/heavy equipment and/or truck repair. Two (2) years of supervisory experience. Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check. Position will require a pre-employment physical exam. Position will be subject to pre-hire, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment. Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. * Must obtain a valid Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver's License with no "L" (air brake) restriction within six (6) months of hire and maintain thereafter during employment.