Auto Mechanics Foreman

City of Memphis • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Works under the general supervision of the assigned Fleet Administrator within the General Services Division. Directs and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in the daily operation of one of the City's vehicle repair facilities. Supervises and coordinates vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance services; prepares work orders and obtains necessary materials; inspects completed repairs to ensure conformity with accepted or established standards; maintains material inventory and records transactions; inputs data such as parts inventory and employee records; and maintains the shop operational budget and personnel productivity reports. Conducts operation and safety inspections by driving to vehicle maintenance facilities across the City.

Work is performed in an office and vehicle maintenance shop environment, involves contact with staff and city personnel, and requires travel between maintenance facilities. The position requires operating office equipment and an automobile; inspecting work may involve bending, squatting, crawling under vehicles, and traversing an automotive shop. Manual labor includes pushing, carrying, and lifting approximately 50 pounds. Additional functions may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Eight years of experience maintaining and repairing hydraulics, diesel and gasoline engines, electronic ignitions, and standard and automatic transmissions, including three years in a managerial capacity; alternatively, an equivalent combination of training and experience that enables performance of the essential job functions.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class B Tennessee Commercial Driver License or equivalent out-of-state license.
• Comply with Federal Department of Transportation alcohol and drug testing rules as a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Car and Light Trucks or Medium and Heavy Trucks.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate workers engaged in the daily operation of a City vehicle repair facility.
• Supervise and coordinate vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance services.
• Prepare work orders and obtain necessary materials.
• Inspect completed repairs for conformity with accepted or established standards.
• Maintain material inventory and records of transactions.
• Enter data such as parts inventory and employee records into a computer.
• Maintain the shop operational budget and personnel productivity reports.
• Conduct operational and safety inspections at vehicle maintenance facilities across the City.
• Perform additional assigned functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED