Heavy Equipment Mechanic Supervisor

The County of Riverside’s Flood Control & Water Conservation District has an opportunity for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Supervisor (Equipment Service Supervisor) within the Operations Division.

The Equipment Service Supervisor will plan, assign, and oversee the work of skilled automotive and heavy equipment mechanics and garage personnel in the repair and overhaul of a diverse fleet, including heavy construction equipment, trucks, emergency generators, and a fueling station. This role involves assisting with complex diagnostics, ensuring safe tool use, preparing equipment purchase specifications, and maintaining repair records. The fleet includes over 150 pieces of equipment, such as excavators, dozers, skid steers, dump trucks, light trucks, passenger vehicles (including hybrids and SUVs), and emergency generators.

The Equipment Service Supervisor will also ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including those set by the State of California, the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). the California Air Resources Board (CARB), Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF), and OSHA rules and regulations. Additionally, the position involves conducting performance evaluations for subordinates.

• ASE Master Certification in Automotive and/or Medium/Heavy‑Duty Truck Repair and advanced expertise in diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues using industry‑standard fleet maintenance software such as EJ Ward, Asset Works, or comparable systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of medium‑ and heavy‑duty trucks and construction equipment, experience preparing detailed vehicle specifications for fleet procurement.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements for the State of California, DOT, CARB, ACF, Bit inspections, maintenance of Bit logs, Cal OSHA regulations concerning air tank inspections, and vehicle lift inspections.
• A valid, unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and Tanker endorsements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, strong customer‑service, communication, and technical‑writing skills.

The position follows a 4/10 schedule, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Candidates must be available for weekend overtime as needed to support business operations.

• Plan, assign, and supervise the work of skilled automotive mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics, and other garage personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of graders, wheel and crawler tractors, scrapers, skip loaders, backhoes, and heavy and light trucks.
• Assist in determining whether or not to contract out major repair jobs on construction equipment based on cost, materials, and manpower factors.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and aid mechanics in difficult diagnostics; supervise installation of radios, safety equipment, and other accessories.
• Inspect all large repair and maintenance projects to ensure proper repairs have been made and that prescribed safety standards have been met.
• Inspect new equipment to ensure specifications have been met.
• Ensure proper use of tools and other safety precautions are followed by garage personnel; provide advice and direction regarding minor repair and preventive maintenance problems to personnel in the field.
• Maintain essential repair records in order to make repair or replacement decisions.

Experience:

Three years of journey‑level experience, including two years in the repair and overhaul of heavy construction equipment and one year in the repair and overhaul of automotive equipment. At least one year of supervisory experience in a related field is required.

License:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License at the time of hire is required. The Equipment Service Supervisor must obtain a valid, unrestricted California Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) within six (6) months of hire.

Applicants who possess a valid, unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and Tanker endorsements are encouraged to apply.

The position is designated as safety‑sensitive by the DOT. Applicants are required to complete a DOT‑mandated alcohol and…