Program Supervisor III - Mechanical - Freight Maintenance - Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Logistics Division - Wynne Unit (610298)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice • Huntsville, TX

8h

About The Position

Performs complex administrative and supervisory program work. Work involves establishing program
goals and objectives; developing program guidelines, policies, and procedures; developing schedules,
priorities, and standards for achieving program goals; evaluating program activities; developing budget
requests; coordinating program activities; and supervising the work of others. Works under general
supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required five years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.
• Five years full-time, wage-earning experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair or maintenance or metal forming and fabricating or overseeing automotive or heavy equipment repair or maintenance or metal forming and fabricating.
• One year full-time, wage-earning experience in the supervision of employees or inmates.
• Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Successful completion of the current Texas Department of Criminal Justice freight transportation road test. Road test will be scheduled after the interview process.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Passenger (P) endorsement within 120 days of employment date.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid CDL Medical Examiner’s certification statement within 120 days of employment date.
• Must be registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse prior to employment and/or prior to operating a commercial motor vehicle.
• Must maintain valid license and certification for continued employment in position.
• Selected applicants without required license(s) must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with this contingency statement will result in separation from employment.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of maintenance and repair of motor vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to maintenance and repair shops.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.
• Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
• Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill to inspect and evaluate needed repairs to machinery and equipment.
• Skill to repair diesel engines, standard and power shift transmissions and hydraulic, electrical, fuel, brake, and cooling systems.
• Skill in the use of parts books and service manuals.
• Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
• Skill to supervise employees and inmates.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the agency vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance and repair activities and projects and establishes priorities; oversees the maintenance, repair, inspection, and evaluation of motor vehicles, machinery, heavy equipment, and trailers and metal forming and fabrication; confers with staff on issues and problems to identify and implement solutions; and instructs mechanics in proper repair procedures and use of automated testing equipment.
• Coordinates wrecker services to pick up wrecked or disabled motor vehicles; oversees the exchange, rebuilding, and overhaul of motors, transmissions, differentials, and other motor vehicle components and systems; diagnoses and repairs all functions and controlling systems of motor vehicles and equipment; and discusses malfunctions, warranties, parts, and service with mechanics, drivers, and manufacturing representatives.
• Coordinates project plans; estimates work hours and obtains materials and equipment required for projects; checks deliveries; inspects materials and other factors ensuring compliance to plans, specifications, and estimates; prepares and maintains records of requisitions, purchases, materials, supplies, and repair costs; and prepares and oversees the preparation of periodic reports, correspondence, and purchase orders.
• Provides technical assistance and training in the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles, machinery, heavy equipment, and trailers and in metal forming and fabrication; and conducts inspections of maintenance and repair operations and activities and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Supervises the work of others.
• Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; performs various correctional and custodial support functions; and assists in maintaining security of assigned inmates.
• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level