Fleet Superintendent Jobs

Under general direction, supervises and administers the day-to-day operations of the Fleet Services Division; supervises the repair, maintenance and fabrication of a wide variety of light to heavy automotive and construction equipment; establishes uniform practices and policies relating to sound motor vehicle maintenance practices; makes decisions as to the serviceability and adequacy of equipment; maintains cost records; recommends replacements and additions of equipment; prepares and submits annual budget for the Division; prepares oral and written reports; performs other work as required.

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this position's essential duties They are descriptive and are not limiting.
Essential Duties:
Plans, organizes, coordinates, administers and directs the work of the Fleet Services Division; develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Division; develops and implements management systems, procedures and work standards for program evaluation; prepares or directs the preparation of a variety of studies and reports related to current and long-range City needs and develops specific proposals to meet them; directs maintenance and repair activities, including planning, estimation, scheduling inspection and monitoring work being performed; manages and utilizes fleet management information system; directs the preparation and administration of the Division budget; directs the selection, supervision, work evaluation and discipline of Division staff and provides for their training and development; acts within the guidelines of the Miscellaneous Civil Service Rules and Regulations and MOU provisions; prepares or reviews reports for the City Manager, boards, commissions and other organizations; works closely with the public and private organizations or individuals to explain or coordinate proposed programs; responds to complaints or inquires by phone or in person; coordinates the work of the Division with other City Divisions and Departments, outside agencies or concerned groups; ensures compliance of Divisions activities to pertinent City codes regulations and guidelines; monitors developments related to equipment maintenance, evaluates impact and implements policy and procedure improvements; provides technical assistance to staff; prepares a wide variety of correspondence; integrates new program activities and maintenance schedules; prepares specifications and makes recommendations on the purchase, sale, disposal of new and used vehicles and equipment.

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair as related to a large and varied fleet maintenance program; principles of management and supervision; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and implementation; principles and practices of budget development and administration; City policies, procedures and practices; theories, principles, techniques and equipment used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair; safety regulations, safe work practices and safety equipment related to work; codes, ordinances and guidelines pertaining to the work; computer applications related to the work including word processing, spreadsheet, database and fleet management software.
Ability to:
Plan, assign, direct and coordinate a variety of functional specialties with overlapping work areas; manage and direct a large vehicle and equipment program; select, motivate, and evaluate staff and provide for their training and development; prepare and administer the Division budget; analyze complex operational and administrative problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending or implement effective courses of action; develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and management controls; prepare clear and concise records, reports, correspondence and other written materials; exercise independent judgment within general policy guidelines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work; make public presentations.
Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or closely related field and five years of increasingly responsible experience in fleet maintenance/acquisition administration, including three years at a supervisory level; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described job duties.
Licenses, Certificates and Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License. Highly desirable: Class "A" Commercial Driver's License.
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
Standard office environment and working conditions; however, must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions and/or in a maintenance facility environment.

This class has Division management and administrative responsibility for administration of the City-wide vehicle and equipment maintenance program. The incumbent is responsible for the formulating Division policy, developing Division goals and objectives, supervising Division staff, administering the Division budget, and directing day-to day activities of the Division.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)