CITY OF PLANTATION

GARAGE SUPERVISOR

 

DEFINITION            

 

This is an exempt position, which is supervisory and skilled mechanical work in directing the operations of the City's equipment maintenance and automotive repair garage.

 

An employee in this classification supervises the servicing, overhauling, repairing and preventative maintenance work of a garage servicing a wide variety of equipment; heavy construction, light and heavy trucks and passenger cars.  Emphasis of the work is on the efficient management of the repair facility and the high level of service rendered to the departments served.  Supervision is exercised over skilled and semi-skilled personnel.  Work is reviewed by superiors through observation of shop activities, review of reports and the continuing effectiveness of the program.

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED            

 

Supervises the repair, preventative maintenance and servicing of all equipment.

 

Supervises the making of minor and major repairs to gasoline and diesel engines, chassis, bodies and other equipment.

 

Schedules work for subordinate staff.

 

Adjusts work schedule to meet fluctuations in maintenance needs of equipment and availability of required personnel.

 

Supervises the maintenance of various vehicle and equipment records pertaining to time and mileage.

 

Recommends and implements new methods for improving operating procedures.

 

Makes periodic checks and final inspections on work.

 

Approves requisitions for parts and materials not carried in stock; insures that work is covered by shop work orders, as required.

 

Performs related work as required and as directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS            

 

Thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of shop management in the area of automotive and related mechanics.

 

Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials and tools of the automotive mechanic trade.

 

Comprehensive knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and techniques.

 

Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work.

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Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory methods and techniques.

 

Ability to diagnose defects of automotive equipment and to remedy defects.

 

Ability to plan and direct the work of an automotive shop, making efficient use of labor and materials.

 

Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.

 

Ability to supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

 

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other municipal employees, City officials and the general public.

 

Skill in the use of all types of shop tools and equipment of the trade.

 

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING            

 

High school or trade school graduation; considerable supervisory experience in the repair of varied automotive and public works construction equipment; must be certified in automotive service excellence and small engine repair shops; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

 

This is a designated “Response” classification in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies.  Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

 

Rev. 10/07

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

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