Fleet Maintenance Section Head

About the Job

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all vehicles and equipment assigned to departments and divisions
• Implements and monitors a preventative maintenance program to assure cost effective maintenance and a scheduled maintenance program to provide maintenance by manufacturers specifications.
• Maintains a complete inventory system through recording of all expenditures and income of each vehicle, maintenance equipment, fuel, repair parts, supplies, etc.
• Monitors user departments by analysis of vehicle and equipment utilization and evaluation of equipment specifications.
• Implements and maintains a mechanic training and certification program to provide needed technical skills for mechanics in repair of automobiles and heavy equipment.
• Enforces city safety practices and procedures and ensures employees receive appropriate safety training.
• Keeps maintenance and repair records; performs preventive maintenance on all departmental vehicles; orders repair parts.
• Checks all repair work performed in shop for completeness. This includes physical inspections and road tests before vehicle is turned back to user departments.

Job Requirements

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Worked before in the school industry is preferable.
• Must be on 24 hour call.
• Knowledge of an automated Fleet Management Information System
• Ability to function and perform effectively as a Section Head.
• Ability to coordinate programs, prepare reports and maintain accurate records. Commercial awareness partnered with a creative mind.