Heavy Equipment Maintenance Center Team Leader

Baltimore County; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County's Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Highways & Equipment Maintenance, seeks a team leader to oversee the heavy equipment service center. You will plan, coordinate, and perform skilled diagnostic, repair and preventive maintenance on trucks and heavy equipment while supervising mechanics and staff.

Qualifications include five years of experience, possession of a commercial class B Maryland license and a Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in heavy equipment and truck repair and maintenance.
• Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to two years.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland license.
• A current Medical Examiner's Certificate is required at application.
• All licenses, certificates and education must be submitted with each application.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of a heavy equipment service center.
• Plans, coordinates, and leads repair and preventive maintenance work.
• Maintains inventory of parts and tools and keeps service records.
• Receives, prioritizes, and schedules maintenance requests.
• Prepares reports on center activity and performance.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Truck maintenance

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary training or degree equivalency documentation

Job description

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Pay Schedule II, Grade H24, Regular schedule 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Highways & Equipment Maintenance.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Educationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general supervision, oversees and coordinates the operation of a heavy equipment preventive maintenance center. Plans, coordinates, leads, and performs skilled diagnostic, repair, and preventive maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Oversees and coordinates the daily operations of a heavy equipment service center.
• Oversees and coordinates the maintenance of shop facilities and equipment.
• Maintains the inventory of supplies, parts, and tools.
• Receives, prioritizes, and schedules maintenance and repair work requests.
• Plans, oversees, and coordinates the work of mechanics and other maintenance center staff.
• Performs skilled diagnostic, repair, and preventive maintenance work on a variety of heavy equipment and trucks.
• Coordinates the repair and maintenance of vehicles with the user agencies.
• Keeps records of service center activities.
• Prepares periodic reports.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Five years' experience in heavy equipment and truck repair and maintenance.

(Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)

Age Requirement

Non-Maryland residents must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application. (License may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)

Possession of a current Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations is required at the time of application.

All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Heavy Equipment Maintenance Center Team Leader

Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or licenses(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.