MECHANIC-TEAM LEAD

Citizen Advocates, Inc.•Malone, NY

9d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Provide day-to-day supervision of the vehicle maintenance garage and facility mechanics. Also ensures that vehicles are properly maintained to minimize down time and maximize the value of the agency’s investment. Also helps to ensure a safe and efficient transportation department for Citizen Advocates. The lead mechanic works with the Transportation Manager in the implementation of performance based on evaluations for the agency mechanics.

Requirements

Maintain a Valid New York State Commercial driver’s license (Class B)
Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
Ability to pass required driver safety training and physical
Maintains agency compliance with regulations set forth by all state and federal regulations and CEO.
Bachelor’s Degree in Management or Three years’ experience
Five years’ experience in related fields with progressive supervisory experience
Maintain company requirements for driving agency vehicles and POVs
Must have a valid Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Travel will be necessary when needed to maintain working vehicles.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate maintenance of agency fleet vehicles.
Develop and implement safety programming for the transportation department
Establishes goals and standards of performance for all mechanics
Evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles using diagnostic equipment
Help mechanics evaluate mechanical problems, and inspect repairs completed.
Complete and review performance evaluations for all direct reports and take corrective action as required
Assist Transportation Manager with interviewing new mechanics.
Assist with and recommend for secession planning of all department staff
Maintains Computerized Vehicle Management System, effectively assigns work for laborers
Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs
Analyze engine performance and perform tune-ups as needed.
Maintain accurate, updated preventive maintenance records.
Help train mechanics and mechanic helpers
Ensures accuracy and timely completion of all mechanical work preformed
Perform periodic internal reviews so to ensure that regulations of all government agencies are met.
Ensure proper reporting of all incidents as required by regulatory agencies and internal procedures.
Assist with all required reports and special tasks as required including periodic updates as instructed by immediate supervisor or other management as required.
Follow agency guidelines set forth by program Policy and Procedure Manual.