Fleet Maintenance Superintendent; B272820-2 Automotive Mechanic

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all maintenance operation for City equipment; responsible for evaluating shop needs including repairs, tools, equipment workspace, safety regulations, and personnel training. Oversee, monitor, and supervise all shop floor operations and be responsible for personnel discipline including evaluations.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Responsible for planning, directing, and controlling the maintenance operations of both heavy equipment and light equipment.
• Oversee, monitor, and supervise all floor operations and be responsible for personnel discipline, including evaluations.
• Responsible for arranging all preventive maintenance schedules at recommended intervals and as determined by engine oil analysis.
• Responsible for scheduling safety meetings and orienting all personnel on safety rules and regulations.
• Responsible for the implementation of scheduling systems, repair cost estimates, and vehicle use and condition analysis for all City vehicles.
• Responsible for all employees training.
• Responsible for setting up in-house repair operations. This includes setting up operations to do transmission repairs, hydraulic hose repairs, tire repairs, replacements, and welding repairs for all Fleet equipment.
• Compile department vendor lists and update product availability.
• Be able to create flat rate costs for all work being performed on the shop floor.
• Assist in the perpetual inventory of all vehicles and major automotive parts throughout the year.
• Responsible for writing specifications for all vehicles needed.
• Must assist the Fleet Manager in formulating the department budget and monitoring its use throughout the year.
• Review and make recommendations for vehicle maintenance budgeting for City departments.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use
• Performs pther duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of standard shop practices, methods, tools, and machines of the various skilled mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of the engineering principles related to the design and operation of automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of scheduling practices necessary to the operation of a motor pool.

• Ability to advice subordinates on technical mechanical problems.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of others.
• Ability to read and follow manufactures guidelines and maintenance schedule.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English and Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20…