Heavy Equipment Superintendent (At - Will)

County of Tulare•Visalia, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. Typical Duties Plan, direct and manage the shop operations. Develop, implement, communicate, and evaluate divisional goals, programs, policies, and procedures in consultation with department management. Direct staff and the day-to-day divisional activities. Interview, select, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff. Develop, justify, manage, and monitor the division annual budget and fixed asset needs. For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth(12 th ) grade.
Four (4) years journey level experience required in the maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
Two (2) years of full-time, paid work experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity, in vehicle and/or equipment repair facility.
Effective fleet management principles, methods, and procedures.
Federal, state, and local laws/regulations pertaining to the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.
Environmental regulations and programs relating to vehicle and equipment maintenance facilities.
Tools, parts, and materials used in vehicle and equipment repairs and mechanical maintenance.
Service practices for vehicles and equipment and preventive maintenance principles.
On the job safety and use of personal protective equipment.
Proper use of shop tools and testing equipment.
Department policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
Processes and procedures of County budget preparation, review, and control.
Cal/OSHA regulations.
California smog code and smoke testing regulations.
California Air Resources Board regulations regarding fleet operations.
Principles and practices of effective customer service.
Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles, and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
Diagnose vehicle and equipment mechanical and electrical issues and determine appropriate action.
Plan, organize, and direct the operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Coordinate services with County departments and agencies.
Effectively and independently manage multiple work assignments, set priorities, and meet established deadlines.
Prepare clear and concise reports and technical bid specifications for vehicles and equipment.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Analyze complex issues, evaluate alternative solutions, develop sound conclusions, and recommend a course of action.
Read and interpret parts books, service manuals, blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
Utilize tact and courtesy in dealing with staff, other departments, and the public.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Obtain a Forklift Operator's certificate or license within the first year of employment.
Obtain an Air Conditioning certificate or license within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct and manage the shop operations.
Develop, implement, communicate, and evaluate divisional goals, programs, policies, and procedures in consultation with department management.
Direct staff and the day-to-day divisional activities.
Interview, select, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
Develop, justify, manage, and monitor the division annual budget and fixed asset needs.