Fleet Maintenance Director

City of Union•Union, SC

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to supervise the effective and economical management of the Fleet Maintenance Shop in accordance with acceptable shop practices. Ensures the implementation and application of a preventive maintenance program for all City and County owned vehicles and equipment. Reports to the City Administrator.

Requirements

Associate degree in Auto Mechanics or a related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in auto mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including appropriate endorsement(s).
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Responsibilities

Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff.
Develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control.
Plans and coordinates tasks and activities of City and County's fleet auto repair shop, working on gas and diesel-powered vehicles, trucks, and heavy equipment.
Prepares maintenance schedules for motor vehicles and heavy equipment; notifies drivers and operators when maintenance is to be performed.
Operates diagnostic equipment.
Performs repairs and maintenance.
Maintains database of maintenance and repair records for company vehicles and equipment.
Oversees shop inventory, orders parts, shop supplies, and equipment.
Ensures applicable safety standards and regulations are followed in the facility.
Attends City Council meetings as necessary: reports as required on items of interest and need.
Trains, tests, and issues Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL) to all City and County employees that are required to obtain one: and attends CDL training classes as required.
Develop annual budget for the department.
Consults with City Administrator and other department heads on purchasing of new equipment and vehicles.
Prepares decommissioned vehicles and equipment for sale.
Performs other related duties as required.