Fleet Correctional Support Trades Supervisor I - Supervisor

State of Colorado; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canon Correctional Complex fleet program is managed by the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC), Fleet Services. The role leads maintenance, repair, and logistical support for hundreds of agency vehicles and trailers, ensuring a reliable statewide fleet.

Responsibilities include supervising an inmate work crew, coordinating sign-out procedures, and maintaining equipment safety and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Manage Canon Prison Complex fleet of 250–500 vehicles and support daily operations across Fleet Services and Maintenance.
• Track inventory, prepare service documentation, and support repairs and maintenance.
• Oversee inmate workers, supervise pay and safety rules, and ensure high-quality workmanship.

Skills

Automotive repair

Heavy equipment repair

Truck/large vehicle repair

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CARS database

GEOTab telematics

ChargePoint charging infra

Job description

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government moreeffective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined;

• Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates.Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;

• Medical and dental health plans;

• Short and long term disability coverage;

• Paid life insurance;

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;

• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;

• Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits. for more information;

• This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.

Who May Apply:

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Job Location:

Canon Correctional Complex

The resulting eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC), Finance and Administration, Fleet Services ensures adherence to State Fiscal and State Fleet Management rules and regulations. The unit provides fleet management to assure a safe and reliable fleet and deliver statewide coordination of the fleet by managing the departments vehicles and trailers. This position manages the coordination, promotion and implementation of the CDOC fleet program for the Canon City Prison Complex.

Primary job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serving the Canon Prison Complex fleet of 250 to 500 vehicles, the role supports daily activities and core functional programs across Fleet Services and Maintenance;

• Key responsibilities include tracking inventory, preparing service documentation, and supporting maintenance operations and repairs;

• Provides direct support to the apprentice program and technical operations while supervising an inmate work crew tasked with vehicle washing and facility upkeep to maintain seamless daily workflow;

• Utilizes the CARS database to identify vehicles requiring service, issue service tickets, order necessary parts, and perform routine maintenance support;

• Coordinates vehicle sign-out procedures using motor pool checkout forms and provides call center support and facility access;

• Assists the Shop Foreman with assigned duties and performs vehicle repairs as needed;

• Directly oversees and inspects all completed vehicle washes and detailing work to ensure rigorous, high-quality workmanship standards are consistently met;

• Coordinates and oversees comprehensive vehicle repairs, including specialized troubleshooting and maintenance of GEOTab telematics and ChargePoint charging infrastructure systems, while arranging external glass repairs as needed;

• Performs thorough daily audits of work crew tools and equipment to confirm all components are fully present, accounted for, and operational, and systematically monitors cleaning supply and chemical inventories on a weekly basis to prevent supply shortages and maintain continuous operations;

• Coordinates directly with the Shop Foreman to establish, schedule, and track all mandatory facility, fuel island, life safety, environmental, and sand pit inspections to remain in full compliance with agency regulations;

• Oversees inmate workers by enforcing safety rules and CDOC regulations, evaluating performance, managing timecards, and administering the established pay plan;

• Co-manage the daily operations, appearance, and safety of the Service Station, ensuring all equipment functions correctly in a clean working environment;

• This role shares responsibility for comprehensive security protocols, including key, tool, and chemical control;

• Oversee the complete decommissioning and de-outfitting of department vehicles, adhering to standard protocols and addressing specialized fabrication needs as they arise;

• This role ensures all turn-in documentation—including photos, auction paperwork, and records packets—is accurately prepared for the Shop Foreman's review;

• Additionally, the position manages daily motor pool logistics, enforces vehicle cleanliness schedules, and coordinates transport and retrieval operations from the Denver metro area;

• Applies established guidelines such as verbal or written instruction, standard procedures;

• Daily schedules, performs, and tracks maintenance and/or repairs of fleet and state owned vehicles, valuates repair/replace options, identifies degree of maintenance required; and maintains security of all vehicles in and around the shop;

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is open to current and non-current residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. However, if you are selected and accept the position, you will be required to establish residence in the State of Colorado.

Class Code & Classification Description:

A1L1XXCorrectional Support Trades Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

and

• Four (4) years of professional experience performing duties in the following: automotive mechanical repair and/or heavy construction equipment repair. Experience must include AT LEAST two (2) years of experience working on large truck, tractor, bus, heavy equipment repair and reefer repair and related hydraulic repair work.

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