Fleet Repairs Supervisor

The Department of Administrative Services is currently accepting applications for a Fleet Repairs Supervisor. The Fleet Repairs Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the maintenance and repair operations of the fleet garages are carried out efficiently, effectively and safely; and supervising employees engaged in the repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles. This is a full-time (40) hours per week position. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, located at 155 Morgan Street, Hartford, CT.

* New State Employees start at minimum of salary range.

All applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. Candidates who do not submit required documents listed above or submit your application accurately and on time, will not be considered for this employment opportunity.

NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation such as  a cover letter, performance reviews, attendance, supervisory references, etc., to support their candidacy for this position

Should you have questions pertaining to any phase of this recruitment, please contact DAS's Human Resources: Belinda.Rivera2@ct.gov.

In the Department of Administrative Services, State Fleet Operations, this class is accountable for supervising the maintenance and repair operations of four or more statewide garages.

Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans unit work; establishes and maintains unit procedures; develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards; acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; periodically inspects vehicles, premises and equipment to determine condition; prepares work orders; reviews labor and materials reports; writes specifications for service contracts with private contractors; reviews work performed by private contractors; supervises vehicle recall operations; orders supplies and equipment; maintains an inventory of supplies and materials; advises state agencies regarding acceptable equipment and supplies; participates in safety meetings; reviews repair garage reports and records; maintains paperwork generated from in-house warranty and vehicle campaigns; monitors emissions testing program within fleet; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of methods of repair and adjustment of passenger vehicles; considerable knowledge of vehicle warranties; considerable knowledge of emission controls; knowledge of testing equipment and procedures; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; ability to successfully negotiate adjustments from the automotive manufacturer on problems with vehicles with warranty expiration; ability in inspecting and testing new and repaired overhauled passenger vehicles and shop repair equipment including welding and cutting equipment, automotive testing equipment and standard machine tools; ability to keep and check records and make reports; supervisory ability; ability to utilize computer software.

Six (6) years of experience in the repair, maintenance, inspection and testing of passenger vehicles.

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
Note: For State Employees, this is interpreted at the level of Maintenance Supervisor 1 (Automotive).

An Associate's degree in auto mechanics from a State Community College may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.

The successful candidate will possess:
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience working as a supervisor/manager in an automotive shop environment;
• Ability to communicate with all levels of constituents of the organization;
• Ability to maintain and monitor records and create related reports; and
• Ability to utilize computer software.
 

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.