Fleet Management Supervisor

fleet management supervisor

the city of riverside is accepting applications for the position of fleet management supervisor to fill one (1) vacancy in the central garage division of the general services department
. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

the fleet management supervisor will provide coverage for the main garage and/or fire maintenance garage and will provide coverage for day and/or evening shift as needed.

under general supervision, a fleet management supervisor will plan, assign, supervise and review the work of a crew of semi‑skilled and skilled workers in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel automotive, construction, and mechanical equipment; to assist with equipment specification preparation; and to do related work as required.

• assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• plan, coordinate, assign, supervise and evaluate the work of the service writer and both shifts of mechanics and skilled and semi-skilled workers engaged in the overhaul, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of automotive, construction, and mechanical equipment; inspect work in progress and upon completion for compliance with policies, procedures, and standard trade practices.
• prepare computer generated work orders and reports.
• assist with development and review of heavy equipment bid specifications.
• make initial inspections in difficult cases and diagnose mechanical defects; prepare detailed cost estimates and make recommendations regarding feasibility of major repairs.
• attend safety and staff meetings of city departments to survey customer satisfaction, respond to questions, and take necessary measures to improve service.
• coordinate preventive maintenance program; prepare reports; maintain records of time, materials, and equipment used; order supplies and materials.
• receive, investigate, and dispose of complaints.
• coordinate equipment repair work with operating departments.
• coordinate the establishment of and compliance with work methods and procedures with management staff.
• inspect and certify equipment in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• ensure the adherence to safe work practices by shop personnel.
• serve on city-wide traffic mishap committee.
• check and accept new equipment.
• assist in budget preparation and administration.
• supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
• provide backup support to the fleet operations manager as necessary.

• education: equivalent to graduation from high school.
• experience: three years of experience as a journey level automotive mechanic including some supervisory experience. Computer experience required.

• possession of an appropriate, valid class “c” california motor vehicle operator's license.

• regulatory compliance and reporting requirements (experience with regulatory agencies such as carb, scaqmd, perp, bit, calosha, and doors system)
• journey level mechanical experience with light, medium, and heavy‑duty vehicle vehicles, including off‑road and construction equipment (ase certification a plus)
• maintenance of fuel management systems & accounting (fuel terminals, credit card systems, fuel dispensers)
• experience with computer based management systems to include data entry and report writing (experience with asset works a plus), as well as competency in basic office computers and applications to include excel, word, and outlook
• vehicle and equipment rates evaluation (knowledge of vehicle and equipment evaluation to determine life cycle and retirement)
• experience with alternative fuels
• experience with evaluating workloads and assigning work to technicians

• completed employment application
• completed supplemental questionnaire
• current certifications, if applicable (must be scanned and attached to the online application).

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