Equipment Repair Superintendent

Road Commission for Oakland County•Waterford Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of the Central Operations Department, the Equipment Repair Superintendent plans, directs, and assigns equipment repair activities; supervises employees, specialized crews, equipment, and support staff; and coordinates repair assignments across districts and projects. The role monitors safety procedures and repair standards, tracks fleet repair status and readiness, and prepares reports in Assetworks in conjunction with the Fleet Manager. It also requires regular communication with district supervisors and other associates, problem-solving to improve methods, and participation in supervisory and managerial training. The position requires a daily schedule aligned with RCOC operating hours and regular, predictable onsite attendance. Duties must be performed professionally and courteously to promote a positive image of the Road Commission for Oakland County.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of heavy equipment/mechanical repair and/or supervisory experience.
Proficiency with office support and computer software, including Microsoft Office.
Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan Class A CDL.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Additional relevant education or trade school experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and assign equipment repair activities.
Supervise regularly assigned employees, specialized crews, and related equipment.
Direct support staff, including assigning work, selecting new employees, initiating training, conducting performance appraisals, and counseling employees.
Complete and communicate daily work sheets assigning employees to districts and equipment to projects.
Communicate routinely with district supervision regarding fleet repair status.
Monitor established safety procedures.
Prepare Assetworks reports with the Fleet Manager on fleet repairs, fleet readiness, and productivity.
Establish and maintain repair standards and status.
Respond to memos, emails, and other correspondence, and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external associates.
Develop solutions to new problems and improve methods for accomplishing goals.
Attend training programs in supervisory and managerial skills and apply the learning to daily work.
Perform duties professionally and courteously.
Maintain a daily schedule that supports RCOC hours of operation and regular, predictable onsite attendance.