Automotive Supervisor I

An incumbent in this class is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair program for a wide variety of light and heavy duty construction and maintenance equipment. This position is required to be available to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice, and in some cases no advance notice.

• Supervises subordinate technical and support staff.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Supervises, instructs, and provides guidance to personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of vehicles including automobiles, trucks, construction equipment and their related mechanical and hydraulic components.
   
• Prepares schedules of repair operations and assigns priorities.
   
• Plans and implements preventive maintenance programs for all assigned vehicles and equipment.
   
• Coordinates the repair and maintenance work scheduled with the operational requirements of the department.
   
• Inspects automotive equipment to determine the extent and type of repair work necessary.
   
• Makes decisions as to the feasibility of repairing equipment at the facility.
   
• Reviews completed jobs for adherence to acceptable standards and practices of quality and timeliness.
   
• Maintains and reviews history record cards for all vehicles and equipment and makes judgments as to whether the same should be repaired or replaced.
   
• Requisitions, stores, distributes and supervises the proper use of equipment, material, tool and replacement parts.
   
• Maintains written records and files concerning personnel and materials.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Automotive Supervisor I
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Three years experience in diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding and calibrating light and heavy-duty engines, power trains, stabilizing mechanisms and related equipment requiring multiple integrated calibrations.
2. Three years experience in troubleshooting and repairing integrated mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and related systems on vehicles and equipment.
3. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
4. Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid CDL Class A or B driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving) OR obtain one during the initial 90-day probationary period.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.