FLEET MAINTENANCE CREW LEADER

Description

Updated: 10/3/24

In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Fleet Maintenance Crew Leader for the Public Works Department.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, coordinates and oversees work and assigned staff in the maintenance and repair of a variety of City vehicles and specialized equipment as well as oversees the operations of the fleet maintenance stockrooms and the automated fleet and fuel management systems.

Differs from Lead Fleet Maintenance Mechanic in that the Crew leader functions as a working supervisor and oversees the projects and work of all crews while the Lead Fleet Maintenance Mechanic performs advanced journey-level work and provides instruction and direction to personnel of an assigned crew regarding daily work tasks.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Oversees the work of skilled employees in the maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles and equipment
• Schedules and plans the operations of the crews and coordinates projects; maintains inspection and repair records; oversees all work in progress to ensure quality, timeliness and safety
• Evaluates work projects to assess staffing, equipment and time requirements; prepares action formats to complete assignments in accordance with directed priorities; inspects completed work for compliance with established standards and other requirements before releasing vehicles or equipment into service
• Performs a variety of operations, research, and analytical duties in support of fleet operations activities; provides input during the budget process and monitors the operating budget for area of responsibility
• Assists fleet operations staff with the creation of vehicle/equipment repair orders; provides scheduled and overdue preventative maintenance work list and reports for all fleet vehicles/equipment; monitors repair records to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Monitors and oversees the operational status and inventory levels of the multiple fleets’ parts and supplies room; initiates purchase orders and fund transfers between accounts or purchase orders as necessary
• Receives new equipment, participates in new vehicle preparation and enters new equipment into fleet and fuel management systems
• Maintains the automated fuel system; creates and assigns employee PIN numbers; equipment numbers and other information necessary for fuel tracking
• Assists with interviewing and training of employees, assigns and evaluates work; conducts performance appraisals
• Coordinates repair work with outside vendors
• Ensures compliance with occupational safety, hazard and related programs, policies and procedures;
• Generates fleet management reports using available report programs in fleet and fuel management systems along with standard report writing programs
• Supports and actively promotes the City’s safety programs by providing instruction, training and receiving new and updated regulations and material
• Performs periodic safety inspections; identifies and corrects safety hazards
• Assists or participates in repair or field work as necessary; responds to emergency calls for service on a call-out basis
• Attends daily briefings, safety meetings, meetings with supervisor and/or coworkers, training sessions, and other meetings or training related to areas of assignment
• Remains current on all city policies and procedures affecting duties performed and follows established policies and procedures

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Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate.

Experience: Five (5) years’ automotive, diesel and heavy equipment or specialized equipment maintenance and repair, fleet management, or inventory control experience, including two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience.

Certifications/License: Valid California Class A or Class B driver license with an acceptable driving record required by time of appointment and during course of employment.

Must possess and maintain certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in the following:

• C1 - Automobile Service Consultant
• T1 - Gasoline Engines
• T2 - Diesel Engines
• T4 - Brakes
• T5 - Suspension and Steering
• T8 - Preventive Maintenance Inspection

SPECIAL CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this classification are deemed safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice Program.
Possession of a complete set of mechanic hand tools through 1-1/2" required.

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APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

• An online application must be completed in its entirety
• Applicants who BEST meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in the assessment process, which includes a written exam tentatively scheduled for October 25, 2024, and a virtual oral exam tentatively set for November 7, 2024.
• Selection Interview
• Background
• Appointment

The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (formerly MEA) members, including:

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.

GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular full-time employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.

GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.

The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below:

Classic Miscellaneous Members:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55
Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation

New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62
Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.

An Agency Shop Agreement exists between the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT). As a result, employees in classifications represented by the HBMT are required, no later than 30 days after commencing employment, to either opt out or become a dues paying HBMT member. All dues are collected via payroll deduction and distributed directly to HBMT for processing.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS Click on the links under "Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters" or "Municipal Employees' Association".

Closing Date/Time: 10/14/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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