Fleet Shop Supervisor

Job Description

This position acts as a lead worker for lower-level Fleet staff, as assigned by the Fleet Administrator and / or the Public Works Director. The Fleet Shop Supervisor performs master journey level, major and complex, work in the mechanical repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel-driven automotive and other mechanical equipment.

Works under the specific direction of the Fleet Administrator and the general direction of the Public Works Director. All employees are also under the general supervision of the City Manager.

Job Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. The essential functions listed below are only intended as illustrations of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar and / or a logical assignment to the classification. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.

• Supervise lower level mechanics and day-to-day shop operations
• Inspect vehicles and equipment to determine recommended repairs, estimate cost of repairs, and downtime; perform repairs as required
• Assist in maintaining, and suggesting updates to, the Vehicle Safety Inspection schedule and all related documentation
• Conducts safety inspections of all City vehicles and mechanical
• Responds to telephone and / or radio requests for mechanical emergency of department equipment in the field
• Tests maintenance and repair work to ensure satisfactory results
• Assist with the maintenance and compilation of records, forms, and other documentation for all Fleet Vehicles and Fleet equipment
• Repair, inspect and maintain Fire Apparatuses
• Lubricate automotive and power driven equipment with the use of air pressure and lubrication tools
• Drain and refill crankcases; inspect and fill gearboxes with lubricants; replace lubricant fittings; maintain lubrication records; maintain lubrication stock and replace as necessary
• Inspect, charge, and replace batteries
• Change and repair tires on light and heavy equipment
• Clean and wash motorized equipment
• Maintain a safe, functional workspace, and keep shop and equipment in clean and orderly condition
• Make mechanical adjustments to automotive and other power-driven equipment
• Maintain necessary records of time, materials, and parts used
• Pack and replace wheel bearings
• Replace wear items such as shock absorbers, struts, fan belts, radiator hoses and u-joints
• Repair, maintain and replace lighting as needed based on vehicle specification, use and operation
• Perform general overhaul, tune up and repair work on automobiles and related power driven equipment
• Inspect, adjust and replace necessary units and parts including cooling, fuel and exhaust components
• Operates welding equipment to fabricate, repair, and modify parts and equipment
• Perform major maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline and diesel engines, brakes, ignition systems, electrical systems, transmission, differentials, hydraulic systems, suspension and chassis systems
• Inspect, repair, replace, and / or overhaul and assemble automotive and industrial electrical equipment such as alternators, coils, generators, distributors, starters and other electronic components
• Perform occasional metal work by cutting, welding other procedures
• Train lower-level Mechanics in more complex maintenance and repair activities
• May be required, as assigned, to assist in the snow plowing of public streets
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience :

Special Qualifications & Certifications :

Must possess a valid USDOT medical card

Automobile & Light Truck Certification – Brakes (A Series, A5)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions-including but not limited to the job functions, qualifications, and competencies listed herein-of this job in the working conditions below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands and work environment include, but are not limited to, the following :

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range :

The full salary range is as follows, please note hiring will normally occur at the Minimum of the range and will not exceed the Midpoint of the range :

Minimum - $31.55 / hr.

Midpoint - $37.86 / hr.

Maximum - $44.17 / hr.

Benefits :

The City offers a competitive benefits package including several health insurance options (one of which has a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation), dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurances, an EAP (including mental health short-term counseling services) for the whole family, a free Teledoc program for the whole family, monetary incentives for wellness program participation, and a HSA (health savings account) with an Employer match. The City also offers the employee the option to elect to add on Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance coverage and FSAs (flexible spending accounts).

The City participates in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension). In addition, the City does not participate in Social Security so no Social Security taxes are deducted from your paycheck. In lieu of the City's Social Security contributions, the City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401(k) retirement plan.

Leave time benefits include 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually, 40 hours of short-term medical accrued annually, and 11 holidays annually.

Schedule

Monday - Thursday : 7 am to 6 pm

Closing Date

Open until filled

Disclaimer

SUSPENSION OF PROCESS, ETC. :

The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants, to waive any requirement set forth in this announcement, and to hire anyone as the City Manager or designee deems to be in the City's best interest, all subject to legal requirements. Any application in response to this Announcement is at the applicant's sole risk and expense. Although the City anticipates hiring one of the applicants responding to this announcement, there is no guaranty that any responding applicant will be hired.

Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and skill required for this position.

Application Instructions

The City of Saratoga only accepts applications using our online application available at All candidates are required to submit an online application. Please attach any supporting documentation to your online applications such as cover letter, resumes, or proof of certifications.

Please contact the Human Resources Department at 801.766.9793 X187 or 801.766.9793 X121 or email us at if you have any questions.

Pre-employment drug testing, proof of employment eligibility, and background check required.

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