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Reference #: 4616002 THE POSITION The Department of Transportation is on the lookout for a Highway Equipment Manager 1 to support the Susquehanna/Wyoming County Equipment Manager 2 in overseeing the comprehensive fleet management program within Wyoming County. This role entails the responsibility for the repair, maintenance, and dispatching of the diesel and automotive fleet in the region, working closely with a team that includes a Mechanic Supervisor, Automotive and Diesel Mechanics, as well as other garage personnel to ensure efficient operations and optimal performance of the fleet.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will oversee the management of the diesel and automotive fleet for Wyoming County, which includes assigning vehicles and coordinating maintenance and repair schedules. Your responsibilities will encompass the maintenance, repair, and dispatch of both automotive and highway maintenance equipment, ensuring that all operations run smoothly and efficiently.

This position requires supervision of the Wyoming County garage and its personnel, who are tasked with the upkeep, repair, and dispatch of the fleet, ensuring that all equipment is in optimal working condition. You will also be accountable for the maintenance of the facilities used for storing and servicing equipment, conducting inspections to verify that these buildings are utilized effectively and maintained safely.

A key aspect of your role will involve planning and implementing a preventative maintenance program aimed at maximizing the operational efficiency of all equipment, along with making recommendations for any necessary corrective actions. You will schedule training and certification for Equipment Operators and Mechanics, coordinating training locations, notifying staff, and sending reminders about upcoming training sessions.

Additionally, you will monitor the training process and instructors to ensure that appropriate content and methods are being employed, while also certifying operators locally and through the EPTA and WPTA for various specialized equipment. Your duties will include conducting certification for off-road equipment and providing training for Equipment Operators and Mechanics as required.

You will input data and work orders into automated equipment management systems, analyzing reports and records on equipment usage to facilitate cost-effective improvements and preventive maintenance, as well as tracking repair work on assigned equipment. Performing cost-benefit analyses will be essential, as you will review preventative maintenance reports, payroll hours, and repair expenses to assess whether equipment should be repaired or retired.

Lastly, you will assist the county equipment manager in planning the equipment budget, ordering new machinery, and determining which equipment should be disposed of, while also aiding county managers and the equipment manager in preparation tasks.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Schedule is subject to change due to weather/season; winter shifts - 4:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time upon successful completion of probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Tunkhannock.

This position is eligible for Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) upon successful completion of probationary period.

Salary:In some cases, the starting salary m y be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

*  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY*

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel engines and other components of heavy highway maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment including one year of such experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Conditions of Employment: This position requires possession of a valid  Class B Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or equivalent with the air brake restriction (L) removed. This position requires possession of a valid PA Class 7 State Inspection Mechanic Certification. This position requires one year of experience or training in the repair or maintenance of diesel engines.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provid