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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Equipment Repair Facilities Supervisor
FLSA: Standard/Exempt EEO Category: (50) Para-Prof
Class Code: 13751 Salary Grade: XN9
Approved: December 12, 2006 Last Revised: September 11, 2017

Purpose:
  Under general supervision, directs the operation of department equipment repair facilities. Functions as the department's primary consultant for all matters pertaining to the purchase, maintenance and disposal of field equipment.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Responsible for publishing five (5) year strategic plan for equipment purchases, replacements and the yearly plan for budgetary purposes.
  2. Responsible for maintaining database for all field equipment for Utility, and maintaining life cycle documentation for use in proposed Utility data warehouse (coordination with AWU ITS).
  3. Responsible for developing specifications for the purchase of all field equipment, insuring that those specifications meet the operational needs of work groups. Coordinate the purchase of all field equipment with the appropriate agent.
  4. Maintains warranty information on all field equipment. Insures that all required actions are met to keep warranty intact, and that equipment is repaired by manufacturer representatives when appropriate.
  5. Develops tracks and maintains preventative maintenance schedules for equipment assigned all work groups notifying customers of "due and missed dates".
  6. Directs personnel in the daily operation of the departmental equipment repair facilities.
  7. Assists in the development of equipment repair facilities budget and monitors monthly progress and monitors and verifies time sheets, and sick and vacation usage.
  8. Reviews, authorizes, and tracks parts room invoices, purchases orders, parts orders, fuel orders, overhead, inventory, monitors contracts/agreements and responsible for following prescribed procedures.
  9. Manages and maintains environmental standards, and encourages a safe work environment.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
 
  • Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
  • Knowledge of equipment repair operations including, quality control methods, job standards, processing of work orders, pricing, labor hours, and equipment and materials.
  • Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
  • Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
  • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
  • Knowledge of environmental standards.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in operating computers and related software applications.
  • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  • Skill in planning and organizing.
  • Ability to comprehend technical manuals.
  • Ability to maintain databases.
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
 
  • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus five (5) years of direct work experience involving the maintenance and repair of complex mechanical equipment, with two (2) years in a supervisory or lead capacity. 
  • Combination of equivalent experience and education may substitute for the minimum qualifications
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 
  • If required, must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within ninety (90) days of employment with the City.
Physical Requirements:
 
  • Essential duties are performed in a repair facility environment with exposure to a variety of motorized equipment, spare parts, tools, oil and lubrication, corrosive liquids, and other potentially hazardous materials.
  • Incumbent may be exposed to loud noises, warm and cold conditions, standing for long periods, some stooping and bending, and lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
  • Individuals need to have good eye-and-hand coordination and read and write in dimly lighted conditions

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.