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Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builderan employee with the City of Gainesville you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job its a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

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SUMMARY

This is managerial and administrative work directing vehicle and facility maintenance operations in the Citys Regional Transit System.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a division manager and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its supervisory administrative and technical duties.

EXAMPLES OF WORK**

**This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans coordinates assigns and supervises work of transit maintenance personnel including mechanics and stores employees.

Prepares budget for maintenance operations.

Maintains labor material and equipment records and prepares other related reports. Analyzes and evaluates work activities to determine cost efficiency and compliance with established budgetary guidelines.

Assists in preparing specifications for RTS vehicles and equipment.

Assists performs timely fair and non-discriminatory evaluation of performance of employees under their supervision.

Responsible for RTS safety plan maintenance plan and maintenance policies and procedures.

Recommends and initiates discipline of employees in accordance with applicable bargaining agreements and City policies.

Prepares National Transit Database (NTD) Reports.

Reviews work orders maintains inventory control and prepares auto-part orders for processing.

Responsible for facilities maintenance.

Reviews and evaluates vehicle conditions and advises department heads of this evaluation.

Prepares bids or Requests For Purchases (RFPs) for maintenance procurements.

Recommends selection promotion discharge and other appropriate personnel actions.

Assists in labor agreement negotiations.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

May act in absence of a supervisor.

Involved in administration of labor agreements.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education experience knowledge skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration engineering finance fleet management or related area; ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in fleet management including three (3) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience which provide the required knowledge skills and abilities.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Florida driver license required at time of hire.

Certifications

None.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of methods practices tools and equipment related to vehicle maintenance and repair.

Knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision.

Knowledge of parts inventories management and control.

Knowledge of occupational hazards and accident prevention methods in assigned area of responsibility.

Ability to plan direct and supervise work of others.

Ability to retain records prepare reports and maintain files.

Ability to work effectively with coworkers and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job work may require performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions.

Required to attend meetings outside regular business hours including evenings weekends and holidays.

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May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All regular employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance life insurance paid leave 11 paid a holidays a year a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers tuition reimbursement on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability who require special accommodations during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at or TDD/TTY at .

Veterans Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07 Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans Preference.

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