Equipment Maintenance Crew Chief, Grade N22

Montgomery County•16700 Crabbs Branch Way Derwood MD 20855 USA, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of General Services, Fleet Management Services, is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Crew Chief to provide first-line supervision of journey-level Mechanic Technicians while also performing mechanic technician work. The work includes inspection, preventive maintenance, repair, or quality assurance on a wide variety of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles; diesel, alternative-fuel, electric, and gasoline-powered buses; and related equipment. The selected employee will supervise mechanics and lesser-skilled employees who repair and maintain heavy-duty vehicles, mobile equipment, or commercial transit equipment. Worksites are in Rockville, Silver Spring, and Kensington. Shifts are assigned based on a 24/7 operation, may include nights and weekends, and may change for training or operational needs. This is an essential-employee position, requiring the employee to report during general emergencies or liberal leave. The position also entails fostering positive labor relations with unionized employees. The selected candidate must successfully complete a medical examination and drug/alcohol screening. The recruitment will establish an eligible list for current and future vacancies. The anticipated hiring range is $75,666 to $117,708, based on qualifications and experience; the posted salary range represents the position’s earning potential.

Requirements

Six years of journey-level experience in the vehicle repair trade involving heavy-duty vehicles and mobile equipment, commercial transit equipment, and/or fire/rescue apparatus and equipment, or an equivalent combination totaling six years.
High school graduation or a High School Certificate of Completion recognized in Maryland; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Ability to lift and otherwise move objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
At application, possession and maintenance of a valid Class C (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence.
By the first day of County employment, possession of either a Class A or B (or equivalent) Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement, or an instructional permit for such a license, issued by the applicant’s state of residence.
Upon completion of the probationary period, possession and maintenance of a valid Class A or B (or equivalent) Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement.
Upon completion of the probationary period, Federal Environmental Protection Agency Air Conditioning Certification under Clean Air Act Sections 608 and 609, appropriate to the equipment serviced or inspected.
Obtain ASE Master Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck, Transit Bus, or Medium/Heavy Vehicle within 18 months of appointment to the class.
Upon completion of the probationary period, possession of a Maryland State Forklift Operator License.
Successfully complete a medical examination and drug/alcohol screening.
Work assigned shifts in a 24/7 operation, which may include nights and weekends, and report to work during general emergencies or liberal leave.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in an automotive-related area or graduation from an automotive trade school.
Active and current ASE Master Certification in Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks.
Experience supervising staff, including evaluating employee performance and managing attendance in a union environment.
Experience applying principles, practices, and concepts of automotive/heavy equipment fleet operations and management.
Experience scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work in progress and upon completion to ensure repairs and maintenance are properly performed.
Experience using automated systems technology and software applications.

Responsibilities

Schedule and assign vehicle repair work.
Inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure repairs and maintenance are properly performed.
Provide technical advice on difficult or complex jobs.
Monitor and enforce preventive maintenance schedules.
Evaluate employee performance and manage employee attendance.
Work with County departments and agencies to resolve repair and maintenance problems.
Enter data and review data posted to the computerized information system.
Coach and mentor employees.
Supervise mechanics and lesser-skilled employees performing repairs and preventive maintenance.
Perform mechanic technician inspection, preventive maintenance, repair, and quality assurance work.
Foster a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.

Benefits

Health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Group term insurance.
Optional life insurance.
Long-term disability coverage.
Flexible Spending Account for healthcare, childcare, and commuter choice transit.
Employee Wellness Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid leave, including Personal Leave Days, paid holidays, and sick leave.
Bi-weekly pay.
Credit union.
Tuition assistance and professional development.
Retirement plans.
Work-life balance.
Free parking.
Free County Ride-on Bus Pass.