SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT
                    CLOSED PROMOTIONAL POSTING
		                     FOR CURRENT SHELBY COUNTY PERMANENT OR DURATIONAL EMPLOYEES

MECHANIC LEAD 
SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Job Number:	11-355				Job Code: A2304 

SALARY																				  GRADE
Minimum:	$3,695.00 Monthly- Salary Commensurate With Experience						51						
																					    EEOC CODE
																							80

Open Date:  August 2, 2011										Close Date:  August 9, 2011

Position Summary:
Works under general direction to perform administrative assistance, supervise, coordinate and maintain the safety and preventative maintenance which includes the parts, equipment and tools of the Sheriff's Office Fleet.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience in the maintenance and repair of either gas or diesel powered equipment, and at least five (5) years experience as a mechanic, and at least two (2) years of responsible supervisory and/or lead responsibility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.(PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
•	Ability to supervise and coordinate the activities of other mechanics.
•	Ability to provide effective oversight of subordinate staff in order to accomplish goals in the most effective and efficient manner.
•	Thorough knowledge of the maintenance and repair of either gas, turbine diesel powered engines and related components of the equipment.
•	Ability to perform automotive inspections and repairs.
•	Ability to use a variety of mechanical testing equipment.
•	Knowledge of modern and safe practices within a working automotive maintenance environment.
•	Knowledge of inventory control systems
•	Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•	Supervises and coordinates mechanics engaged in maintaining and repairing gasoline or diesel powered equipment and delegates work and responsibilities to achieve objectives and goals.
•	Monitors staffing at an optimal level by monitoring the work schedule and attendance of subordinates.
•	Provides instructions to assistants or trains in the repair and maintenance of equipment.
•	Provides technical assistance and instruction to subordinates concerning fueling operations, vehicle repair, vehicle maintenance, auto body repair, inventor control and maintenance programs, and any related procedures, methods and techniques.
•	Researches new technology, equipment and products, and evaluates cost effectiveness, feasibility, use and purchase.
•	Coordinates fleet operations and manages repair order priorities to ensure the availability of vehicles and equipment.
•	Assists in preparing and submitting cost estimates, bid specifications, and bid request and recommends the procurement of equipment and supplies.
•	Evaluates and recommends improvements in operational procedures, services and facilities.
•	Enforces safety procedures to insure safe operation of equipment and employees safety. 
•	Requisitions parts and materials necessary to accomplish the work of mechanics.
•	Inspects mechanical operations to assure conformity with accepted or established standards and inspect, repair and maintain functional parts of equipment.
•	Uses and maintains electrical and manual testing and diagnosis equipment.
•	Performs other related duties as assigned.
Shelby County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate 
on the basis of race, color, age, sex, national origin or handicap status 

Equal Opportunity Employer 
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