Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance, repair, and procurement of vehicles and equipment for the Department of Public Utilities. This role ensures readiness for water and sewer operations and maintains rolling stock inventories, coordinating with City Garage for high-priority repairs.

The position requires five years of fleet maintenance experience, strong record-keeping, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of fleet maintenance experience in a related role.
• Experience with procurement and vendor coordination.
• Ability to maintain records and navigate safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Instruct drivers on preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate major repairs with City Garage or vendors.
• Prepare monthly/annual reports on fuel use and budgets.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Procurement

Safety compliance

Education

High school or GED + 5 years fleet experience

Job description

Department:PUBLIC UTILITIESCompensation Grade:G25Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $57,304.00 - $89,315.20Starting Salary - May be negotiable based upon qualifications and related/functional experienceJob Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):NoScheduled Weekly Hours:40About Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:POSITION OVERVIEW:The Equipment Maintenance Supervisor will perform a variety of assignments pertaining to the operation, maintenance, service and repair, procurement, and other support functions for vehicles and equipment for the Department of Public Utilities. This role ensures vehicles and equipment are readily available to support maintenance and repair efforts essential to public water and sewer system operations. The Supervisor maintains accurate inventory of rolling stock for the department, coordinates maintenance and repair needs with the City’s Automotive Services department, and ensures vehicles and equipment remain compliant with safety and regulatory standards. This is a daily in-person position, it does not offer a remote or work-from-home option.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC UTILITIES, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE: Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, standby and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status. This position may require incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. A valid, non-restricted driver’s license is a requirement for all applicants. Driver’s license requirement is non-negotiable.Job Duties for Equipment Maintenance Supervisor include but are not limited to:Instruct all drivers and operators on preventive maintenance techniques to minimize vehicle/equipment downtime. Ensure safe operating procedures are followed, and provide training as needed.Serve as liaison between City Garage staff and departmental staff to ensure equipment is operated and maintained to the highest standards possible.Perform periodical inspections of equipment to ensure that negligence or abuse is not occurring, and that equipment is operating properly.Coordinate all major mechanical repair work with City Garage or contracted vendors to minimize downtime. Coordinate and transport vehicles to City Garage or other local vendors as needed for repairs.Ensure that first aid supplies and fire extinguishers are available in all equipment.Prepare and review monthly and yearly reports to assist in evaluating fuel use, vehicle and equipment replacement, supplies, budget, etc.; and prepare budgetary requests for new/replacement vehicles and equipment.Procure supplies and services, as needed, to support the department’s operation. Examples: Power tools, hoses, cables, etc..Investigate accidents and claims of property damage involving department vehicles and equipment and file reports.Utilization of electronic devices (PC and/or Tablet) for accessing various departmental software applications.Coordinate with Department and City Garage on acquisition of new equipment to expedite the process. Coordinate with City Garage on equipment replacement to identify equipment that has exceeded its useful life and to ensure new procurements meet the operational needs. Evaluate emerging technologies and equipment trends.Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.Preferred SkillsFleet maintenance experience in a municipal governmentFleet/equipment procurement procedures/practicesStrong organizational record keeping and documentation to support annual budget preparationExperience in maintenance and repairs of power tools, vehicles, trailers, and equipmentExperience with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel)Proven ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and vendorsCertification(s) in fleet maintenance and repairsCommercial Drivers License (CDL), Class A and Entry Level Drivers Training (EDLT)Additional requirements:• DMV Transcript: Yes• CDL: No• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: Yes, if CDL holder• CPS Check: No• Physical: Yes• Respirator: No• Psychological Screening: No• Polygraph: No• At Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: High school or GED plus five (5) years’ experience in the field of fleet maintenance utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with positions such as fleet manager, automotive or heavy equipment mechanic, mechanic shop foreman, route manager/supervisor, or equipment manager; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. May require a commercial driver’s license. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. Positions in this classification may be designated as safety sensitive positions and be subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Positions within this class may be designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status. May require successful completion of a pre-employment physical.Skills:Annual Budget Preparation, Automotive Service, Budgeting, Budget Preparation, Equipment Maintenance, Fleet Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Procurement, Purchasing, Sourcing and ProcurementWorking Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P2681.pdfOfficial Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=EVRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.