Garage Supervisor

Health Benefits:

100% employer contribution towards employee and family premiums

District:
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Community:
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Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, plan, organize and supervise the work of assigned personnel; assist the Director of Transportation in preparation of records and management reports; participate in the repair and maintenance of District vehicles; assist in coordinating vehicle maintenance with other departments.

• EDUCATION: Graduation from high school supplemented by an apprenticeship in equipment maintenance or a related field.
• EXPERIENCE: Four years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy gasoline and diesel vehicles, work scheduling and parts ordering.
• LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement at time of appointment, and throughout employment in a position in this classification.

• KNOWLEDGE OF: Standard practices, methods, materials and equipment used in the repair of various automotive equipment.
• California codes relative to the maintenance and inspection of school buses.
• Safety principles and practices applicable to vehicle repair.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.

• ABILITY TO: Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the operation of the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
• Diagnose and repair any difficulty in the proper operation of District operated equipment.
• Select, train, evaluate and assist with the discipline of employees in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Read, understand and interpret codes, regulations and policies related to vehicle maintenance.
• Establish and monitor effective record-keeping procedures.
• Operate a vehicle.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Pulling, pushing, lifting and carrying heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Walking or standing for extended periods.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate power tools and equipment.
• Seeing to observe and perform repairs.
• Climbing ladders and working from bus tops.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

• Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Emergency call-out.
• Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
• Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.

• Subject to noise and fumes from equipment operation.
• Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel.
• Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.
• Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
• Working on ladders.
• Working around moving objects or vehicles.
• Traffic hazards.

Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.

• Plan, schedule, assign and inspect the work of assigned garage personnel and outside vendors. E
• Participate in vehicle maintenance and repair performing skilled repair of gasoline and diesel vehicles and field testing equipment. E
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; assist in the implementation of discipline procedures. E
• Schedule and coordinate school bus fleet maintenance with student transportation program and maintain records in conformance with State regulations. E
• Arrange for contract repairs to vehicles and components, approve payment for services completed and maintain records of work performed. E
• Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory and proper storage of parts and supplies. E
• Recommend vehicle equipment repair and replacement and major repair equipment purchases. E
• Cooperate with driving personnel in the investigation and resolution of bus malfunctions. E
• Compile and prepare periodic written reports. E
• Administer and schedule Government Vehicle…