Introduction
The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), is currently accepting applications for the position of Fleet Repairs Supervisor.
WHAT WE OFFER
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Full time, 40 hours per week
- Monday through Friday schedule
- First shift hours, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Hybrid schedule- combination of in office and telework- Once training is successfully completed, a hybrid schedule will be available based on business needs, in accordance with the Telework Policy.
- Location: 55 Morgan Street Hartford, CT
THE ROLE
In the Department of Administrative Services, State Fleet Operations, this Fleet Repairs Supervisor is responsible for supervising the maintenance and repair operations of our three garages statewide.
Our mission is to deliver value-added programs and services by creating efficiencies, introducing smart technologies, while acting with integrity, and providing collaboration and strategic leadership. If you have the skills to support this mission and the goals of continuously improving customer service and business processes, fostering and sustaining a strong work environment, strong staff performance and being accountable while strategically aligning our resources, then we encourage you to apply for this position.
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Selection Plan
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
- Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
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- Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
- Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
- Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
- This employer may participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm work authorization.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
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.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- 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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Considerable knowledge of
- and ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
- relevant agency policies and procedures;
- methods of repair and adjustment of passenger vehicles;
- vehicle warranties;
- emission controls;
- Knowledge of testing equipment and procedures;
- Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to
- successfully negotiate adjustments from the automotive manufacturer on problems with vehicles with warranty expiration;
- inspect and test new and repaired overhauled passenger vehicles and shop repair equipment including welding and cutting equipment, automotive testing equipment and standard machine tools;
- keep and check records and make reports;
- utilize computer software
- Supervisory ability;
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Six (6) years of experience in the repair, maintenance, inspection and testing of passenger vehicles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Maintenance Supervisor 1 (Automotive).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in auto mechanics may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years for an Associate’s degree.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supervising staff in an automotive maintenance, repair, or fleet operations environment.
- Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating operational policies, procedures, and performance measures.
- Experience analyzing operational data and preparing reports to support management decisions.
- Experience with procurement processes, inventory management, and contract administration.
- Experience planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple projects and operational activities in a multi-facility environment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Conclusion
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.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.