Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

City of Syracuse; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

City of Syracuse is seeking a skilled supervisor for the maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel and hybrid motor equipment, including heavy trucks over 12,000 pounds. You will oversee a team, manage preventive maintenance, and coordinate parts, procurement, and budgeting.

The role requires strong supervisory abilities, technical knowledge of vehicle systems, and the capacity to prepare reports and budgets. A background in municipal fleet operations and safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Two years in heavy equipment leadership or supervisory role.
• Seven years in maintenance/repair of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment, including heavy equipment ≥12,000 pounds, with four years in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises staff in safe, efficient maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel and hybrid equipment (≥12,000 lb).
• Develops, schedules, and manages a preventive maintenance program for fleet and equipment.
• Manages fleet maintenance, replacement scheduling, and oversees warranty work.
• Prepares equipment and small tool budgets; writes/reviews specifications for equipment purchases.
• Selects and requisitions essential parts; reviews repair orders and approves payments.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on labor, materials, gains/losses; participates in accident reviews when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Diesel engines

Gasoline engines

Hybrid systems

Preventive maintenance

Equipment budgeting

Education

Associate's degree in automotive technology

Job description

Job Description

The work involves responsibility for assigning, supervising and inspecting work performed in the maintenance and repair of a variety of gasoline, diesel and hybrid (gas and electric) powered motor equipment, inclusive of heavy equipment with a vehicle weight of at least 12,000 pounds. Under general supervision of an administrative supervisor, an employee in this class is responsible for all diesel, gasoline and hybrid (gas and electric) powered motor equipment maintenance and repair work and for maintaining an inventory of all the parts and equipment used in the repair work, including preparing requisition requests or may coordinate parts procurement and inventory with inventory control staff. The employee exercises independent judgment in preparing work schedules, prioritizing staff assignments and maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment sufficient to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the motor equipment. General supervision is exercised over a number of employees, including a first line supervisor. The employee's work is checked through occasional inspections by administrative supervisors. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities

• Directs and supervises assigned staff in the safe and efficient maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel and hybrid (gas and electric) powered motor equipment, inclusive of vehicles weighing at least 12,000 pounds.
• Develops, schedules, and manages a preventive maintenance program designed to maintain vehicles and equipment in safe operating condition.
• Manages equipment maintenance for both on and off-road vehicles and equipment; establishes replacement schedule for fleet and equipment; oversees warranty work.
• Make recommendations to administrative supervisor on needed equipment and vehicle repairs; researches relevant facts and cost information.
• Prepares equipment and small tool budgets.
• Writes and reviews specifications for equipment purchased.
• Selects and requisitions essential supply of parts and materials; reviews and signs requisitions and repair orders.
• Evaluates products and work performed by vendors and approves payment to vendors.
• Maintains written records and prepares reports of work performed, labor and materials used, gains, losses, etc. May participate in the review of vehicle accidents; reports observations and makes recommendations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and tools of the motor equipment repair trade.
• Thorough knowledge of the maintenance, repair and operation of gasoline, diesel and hybrid powered motor equipment, inclusive of heavy equipment with a vehicle weight of at least 12,000 pounds.
• Good knowledge of federal and state vehicle regulations.
• Ability to write and interpret technical specifications relating to the purchase of new equipment.
• Ability to supervise subordinate staff.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare written reports and to maintain written records.
• Ability to prepare requisition and budget requests.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

Minimum Qualifications

Promotional:

• Two (2) years of permanent competitive class status as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Crew Leader.

Open Competitive:

• Seven (7) years of work experience, or its part-time equivalent, in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered motor equipment, inclusive of heavy equipment with a vehicle weight of at least 12,000 pounds, four (4) years of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity.

Note: Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate's degree in automotive technology may be substituted for two (2) years of the non-administrative or supervisory work experience; or successful completion of a two (2) year vocational education program majoring in Automotive Technology or Automotive Mechanics may be substituted for one (1) year of the non-administrative or supervisory work experience.

Special Necessary Requirement

When required to operate motor vehicles, employees must possess a valid non-CDL or CDL with appropriate endorsements as required by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for the class of vehicle(s) being operated

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan

The Affuation Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. The City also complies with 31 CFR part 51. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Office of Human Resources at 315-448-8780 or [e-mail].

All offers of employment will be contingent on the successful completion of a background check and/or drug screen.