<strong>Job Summary<br><br></strong>Under general direction, is responsible for performing supervisory work planning and coordinating the operation of a large heavy equipment service and repair center, to include the supervision of staff and ensuring documentation and completion of maintenance and repair work. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.<br><br><strong>Work Location<br><br></strong>Southwest Service Center - 6927 W Commerce San Antonio, TX 78228<br><br><strong>Work Schedule<br><br></strong>12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday<br><br><strong>Essential Job Functions<br><br></strong><ul><li>Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, and if necessary, counsels personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>Plans and prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff involved in the repair of vehicles and equipment.</li><li>Ensures cleanliness and safety of supervised service center by ensuring all safety procedures and practices are observed.</li><li>Monitors and interacts with City vendors to ensure contract compliance and inspects vendors' work to ensure completion of repairs.</li><li>Instructs personnel in new or complex heavy equipment repair and maintenance procedures and techniques.</li><li>Plans, directs, and evaluates operations and activities and develops recommendations for service improvements and modifications.</li><li>Keeps apprised of repair techniques to improve maintenance/repair capabilities and minimize vehicle downtime.</li><li>Researches methods to improve service and establish a standard repair schedule.</li><li>Builds relationships with other departments, divisions, and sections by coordinating heavy equipment maintenance/repair work, minimizing downtime, and ensuring excellent customer service.</li><li>Receives, inspects, and issues new vehicles and heavy equipment to departments.</li><li>Ensures availability of tools, supplies, and parts; ensuring stock orders are completed as needed so that supplies are available.</li><li>Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.<br><br></li></ul>Job Requirements<br><br><ul><li>High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).</li><li>Six (6) years' experience as a heavy equipment mechanic, including three (3) years in a lead role in automotive repair shop.</li><li>Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License<br><br></li></ul><strong>Applicant Information<br><br></strong><ul><li>Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.</li><li>Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.</li><li>Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.</li><li>If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Knowledge of the operation of a variety of automotive systems, accessories and parts of systems and how they are removed, installed and maintained.</li><li>Knowledge of various types of motors and equipment and their operation, maintenance, and repair.</li><li>Knowledge of procedures for diagnosing motor or systems failure and the steps necessary to correct the condition.</li><li>Knowledge of mechanical tools and testing devices used in a heavy equipment maintenance operation.</li><li>Skill in diagnosing automotive related problems.</li><li>Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.</li><li>Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.</li><li>Ability to organize preventive maintenance and mechanical repair work based on information gathered from operator or department.</li><li>Ability to use Fleet Management/Work order system.</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.</li><li>Ability to prepare and analyze heavy equipment maintenance reports.</li><li>Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.</li><li>Working conditions are primarily inside an office and shop environment.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Benefits Information<br><br></strong>The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.<br><br>For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:<br><br> Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits. </li><li>Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Additional Information<br><br></strong>The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.<br><br>If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.<br><br>01<br><br>Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?<br><br><ul><li>Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.</li><li>Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.</li><li>No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.<br><br></li></ul>02<br><br>Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?<br><br><ul><li>Yes - SA Ready to Work Program</li><li>Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program</li><li>Yes - Both Programs</li><li>No<br><br></li></ul>03<br><br>Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?<br><br><ul><li>Yes</li><li>No<br><br></li></ul>04<br><br>What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?<br><br><ul><li>Some High School</li><li>High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency</li><li>30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university</li><li>60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university</li><li>Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university</li><li>90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university</li><li>120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university</li><li>Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university</li><li>Master's Degree from an accredited college or university</li><li>PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university</li><li>None of the above<br><br></li></ul>05<br><br>Do you have a valid Driver's License?<br><br><ul><li>Yes</li><li>No<br><br></li></ul>06<br><br>How many years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic do you have?<br><br><ul><li>None</li><li>Less than 1 year</li><li>1 year</li><li>2 years</li><li>3 years</li><li>4 years</li><li>5 years</li><li>6 years</li><li>7 years</li><li>8 years</li><li>9 years</li><li>10 years or more<br><br></li></ul>07<br><br>How many years in a lead role in an automotive repair shop do you have?<br><br><ul><li>None</li><li>Less than 1 year</li><li>1 year</li><li>2 years</li><li>3 years</li><li>4 years</li><li>5 years or more<br><br></li></ul>08<br><br>How would you, in the role of Heavy Equipment Superintendent, develop personnel to effectively establish and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A<br><br>09<br><br>What tools to you use to prioritize work and help service advisors identify repairs quickly? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A<br><br>10<br><br>How do you assess your staff’s strengths and areas for improvement to support their development? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A<br><br>11<br><br>I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.<br><br><ul><li>I acknowledge.<br><br></li></ul>12<br><br>I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.<br><br><ul><li>I agree</li><li> Required Question</li></ul>