Asistant Fleet Manager

Summary Performs advanced level motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Work involves repairing or replacing worn or broken parts, conducting preventive maintenance activities, and servicing motor vehicle equipment and related gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel engine powered equipment. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs all work in compliance with established work schedules, methods, and safety procedures and practices. Work is performed in a shop or a field environment via a mobile service truck. Essential Duties Services, inspects, diagnoses, and repairs heavy motor vehicles and equipment by preventive maintenance schedules or unscheduled repair work, such as tune ups, necessary and extensive brake jobs, rear end, front end, fuel system, electrical systems, ignition system, engine overhaul, tire repair and mounting, hydraulic systems, rebuilding carburetors, starters, and engines Coordinates daily activities and events assigned by the Fleet Manager. As directed, leads department employees, including assigning and reviewing work; responsible for timecards, training, providing input on performance evaluations, and making recommendations on hiring, terminating, and disciplining personnel Motivates and works with employees to correct deficiencies. • Repair's drive trains, including engine overhauls, transmission rebuilds, and clutch replacements. Repairs and maintains vehicle air conditioning units and cooling systems, including radiators, compressors, water pumps, thermostats, belts, etc. Troubleshoots and repairs vehicle ignition and electrical systems, including wiring, solenoid relays, alternators, etc. As assigned substitutes for immediate supervisor or co-workers during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain normal operations continuity. Commit's self to provide excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts. Performs other job related duties as assigned. Position Requirements Graduation from an accredited high school or GED Program and Six (6) years of work related experience or any combination of education and experience has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job successfully. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with a good driving history. Prefer CDL driver’s license with endorsements Supplemental Information KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge: Advanced mechanical process and techniques used in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of gasoline and diesel automotive equipment and construction machinery. Advanced knowledge of the inspection, process, and repairs of automotive and heavy equipment HVAC systems. Advanced knowledge of the construction, operation, and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty motorized equipment. Advanced knowledge and the processes to inspect and repair hydraulic and electrical equipment. Demonstrated efficient use of diagnostic equipment and software. Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and a variety of software packages. Federal, State, Local, and County applicable laws, rules, regulations, guidelines and applicable automotive/ equipment standards and procedures. Skills: Using and caring for equipment, tools, and materials. Applying proper and applicable safety practices, procedures, and regulations. Explaining complicated problems in simple non-technical language. Calculating estimates of time, labor, and quantities of materials needed. Diagnosing the problem and determine appropriate service or repair. Read and understand automotive repair and installation manuals. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment with accuracy and speed. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and superiors. Abilities: Diagnose problems and determine appropriate service or repair. Understand and precisely follow both verbal and written instructions and communicate concisely and effectively. Maintain accurate records. Work efficiently, both independently and as part of a team. Reason and make judgments and decisions. Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrate leadership and ability to deliver efficiency and quality at the highest of standards. Schedule work and available resources to complete the job. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work. Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 60 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending for extended periods, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, driving, handling, use of vision, depth perception, reaching, forceful gripping, twisting, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions Subject to contact with exhaust fumes, volatile chemicals, and hazardous substances Subject to contact with dangerous machinery, noise, vibration, fumes, foul odor, dirt, dust, mist, gases, poor ventilation, tools, or machinery, indoors/outdoors in all weather types (excessive heat and cold) Requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment as needed for the job circumstances. DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Employer: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.