What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Fleet/Equip & Production Mgr position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Fleet/Equipment & Production Manager is
responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing Brown County\'s
centralized fleet operations, including maintenance, repair,
procurement, and replacement of vehicles and equipment. This position
manages personnel, facility maintenance, fleet safety, and inventory
operations. Additionally, the role includes responsibility for the
maintenance of the County\'s asphalt production plant. Essential Duties
Supervises, plans, schedules and assigns work to the maintenance shop
employees; reviews employee call-ins and vacation requests, and
schedules work accordingly, ensuring that appropriate staff members are
scheduled according to their skills and needs of the department.
Develops policies and procedures for the operation of the vehicle
maintenance shop to ensure efficiency, competitive cost of service and
optimal staff productivity. Prepares, presents and administers the
central fleet budget in coordination with the Business Manager.
Instructs and trains subordinates and inspects on proper procedures and
safety practices to be used in the repair, maintenance and testing of
vehicles and equipment; inspects work during progress and upon
completion; dispatches repair crews to disabled units. Prepares annual
evaluation of employees and recommends adjustments based on employee job
performance; participates in the selection process. Meets with Highway
operations supervisors regarding flow of processed work; creates a list
of priorities for units that need to be repaired to achieve tasks on all
county and state road maintenance and construction jobs; prioritizes
work on other county vehicles and equipment. Determines parts that need
to be replaced and the feasibility of repair versus new purchase;
verifies part numbers for replacements and orders equipment; contacts
retail and wholesale as well as salvage outlets for obsolete or
discontinued part series. Maintains records that reflect cost of repairs
for each unit, date purchased, maintenance dates, mileage, and
warranties; retains records on hazardous waste produced. Schedules
preventative maintenance on all equipment including small engines.
Develops and provides vehicle and equipment cost analysis information
including purchase, replacement, and maintenance cost figures; and
assists departments in utilizing this information for budget development
purposes. Maintains adequate repair and preventative parts inventory to
ensure productive and cost effective shop operation in keeping
maintenance and construction equipment repair downtime to a minimum.
Ensures compliance of departmental policies and Local, State and Federal
laws. Monitors reported safety concerns, interacting with Risk
Management. Responsible for obtaining the proper licensing of all
vehicles, including oversize/overweight permitting and vehicle
certification. Researches and develops vehicle and equipment
specifications analyzing such items as safety standards, departmental
and County needs, product availability, comparative costs, critical
features and purchasing requirements. Writes specifications for new
equipment to be purchased and participates in the entire decision-making
process, including meetings with salespeople and vendors in regard to
prospective machinery purchases and suggesting possible purchases.
Maintains County fueling system and infrastructure; researches and
analyzes regulations and equipment options; recommends and implements
required changes in procedures or replacement of equipment. Maintains
Department\'s 2-way radio system/tower and infrastructure; researches
and analyzes regulations and equipment options; recommends and
implements required changes in procedures or replacement of equipment;
assures compliance with federal laws and properly plans and prepares for
budgeted future compliance. Responsible for the repair and maintenance
of Highway facilities and various storage build ngs. Implements and
maintains detailed manual and automated recordkeeping systems including
inventory use, time, materials, repair statistics and vehicle equipment
inventory. Develops and implements a cost-effective preventative
maintenance program for County vehicles and equipment, including the
County\'s asphalt plant. Works with the Operations Manager to coordinate
and schedule all repairs and general maintenance of the Highway
facilities and grounds. Develops and maintains effective public and
working relations with public officials, County departments, vendors,
staff and general public. Dispatches shop employees, outside of regular
work hours, for work call-in during snow emergencies and hazardous
Weather Conditions. Performs Related Functions As Required. Physical
Demands Lifting up to 30 lbs. occasionally; frequent lifting/carrying up
to 20 lbs. Intermittent standing, walking, and sitting. Frequent use of
hands and feet for mechanical manipulation, grasping, and control
operation. Occasional bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, and
reaching. Ability to clearly communicate orally and distinguish sounds
at varying volumes. Ability to tolerate exposure to noise, temperature
extremes, weather elements, fumes, and mechanical hazards in shop or
field environments. Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the
links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Thorough knowledge of diesel and gasoline vehicle maintenance and
diagnostics. Understanding of government procurement, budgeting, and
recordkeeping systems. Knowledge of OSHA regulations, shop safety
practices, and environmental compliance. Strong mechanical aptitude,
including the ability to evaluate and repair hydraulics, transmissions,
brakes, and drive systems. Proficient in developing and managing
maintenance schedules and equipment replacement plans. Ability to
research, interpret, and implement complex equipment specifications and
technical manuals. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Skilled in personnel management, training, scheduling, and performance
evaluation. Proficient in using digital recordkeeping and inventory
management systems. Strong analytical and decision-making skills related
to repair feasibility and budgeting. Ability to establish and maintain
positive working relationships with staff, vendors, and the public.
Willingness and ability to respond to emergencies outside of regular
hours. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing Brown County\'s
centralized fleet operations, including maintenance, repair,
procurement, and replacement of vehicles and equipment. This position
manages personnel, facility maintenance, fleet safety, and inventory
operations. Additionally, the role includes responsibility for the
maintenance of the County\'s asphalt production plant. Essential Duties
Supervises, plans, schedules and assigns work to the maintenance shop
employees; reviews employee call-ins and vacation requests, and
schedules work accordingly, ensuring that appropriate staff members are
scheduled according to their skills and needs of the department.
Develops policies and procedures for the operation of the vehicle
maintenance shop to ensure efficiency, competitive cost of service and
optimal staff productivity. Prepares, presents and administers the
central fleet budget in coordination with the Business Manager.
Instructs and trains subordinates and inspects on proper procedures and
safety practices to be used in the repair, maintenance and testing of
vehicles and equipment; inspects work during progress and upon
completion; dispatches repair crews to disabled units. Prepares annual
evaluation of employees and recommends adjustments based on employee job
performance; participates in the selection process. Meets with Highway
operations supervisors regarding flow of processed work; creates a list
of priorities for units that need to be repaired to achieve tasks on all
county and state road maintenance and construction jobs; prioritizes
work on other county vehicles and equipment. Determines parts that need
to be replaced and the feasibility of repair versus new purchase;
verifies part numbers for replacements and orders equipment; contacts
retail and wholesale as well as salvage outlets for obsolete or
discontinued part series. Maintains records that reflect cost of repairs
for each unit, date purchased, maintenance dates, mileage, and
warranties; retains records on hazardous waste produced. Schedules
preventative maintenance on all equipment including small engines.
Develops and provides vehicle and equipment cost analysis information
including purchase, replacement, and maintenance cost figures; and
assists departments in utilizing this information for budget development
purposes. Maintains adequate repair and preventative parts inventory to
ensure productive and cost effective shop operation in keeping
maintenance and construction equipment repair downtime to a minimum.
Ensures compliance of departmental policies and Local, State and Federal
laws. Monitors reported safety concerns, interacting with Risk
Management. Responsible for obtaining the proper licensing of all
vehicles, including oversize/overweight permitting and vehicle
certification. Researches and develops vehicle and equipment
specifications analyzing such items as safety standards, departmental
and County needs, product availability, comparative costs, critical
features and purchasing requirements. Writes specifications for new
equipment to be purchased and participates in the entire decision-making
process, including meetings with salespeople and vendors in regard to
prospective machinery purchases and suggesting possible purchases.
Maintains County fueling system and infrastructure; researches and
analyzes regulations and equipment options; recommends and implements
required changes in procedures or replacement of equipment. Maintains
Department\'s 2-way radio system/tower and infrastructure; researches
and analyzes regulations and equipment options; recommends and
implements required changes in procedures or replacement of equipment;
assures compliance with federal laws and properly plans and prepares for
budgeted future compliance. Responsible for the repair and maintenance
of Highway facilities and various storage build ngs. Implements and
maintains detailed manual and automated recordkeeping systems including
inventory use, time, materials, repair statistics and vehicle equipment
inventory. Develops and implements a cost-effective preventative
maintenance program for County vehicles and equipment, including the
County\'s asphalt plant. Works with the Operations Manager to coordinate
and schedule all repairs and general maintenance of the Highway
facilities and grounds. Develops and maintains effective public and
working relations with public officials, County departments, vendors,
staff and general public. Dispatches shop employees, outside of regular
work hours, for work call-in during snow emergencies and hazardous
Weather Conditions. Performs Related Functions As Required. Physical
Demands Lifting up to 30 lbs. occasionally; frequent lifting/carrying up
to 20 lbs. Intermittent standing, walking, and sitting. Frequent use of
hands and feet for mechanical manipulation, grasping, and control
operation. Occasional bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, and
reaching. Ability to clearly communicate orally and distinguish sounds
at varying volumes. Ability to tolerate exposure to noise, temperature
extremes, weather elements, fumes, and mechanical hazards in shop or
field environments. Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the
links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Thorough knowledge of diesel and gasoline vehicle maintenance and
diagnostics. Understanding of government procurement, budgeting, and
recordkeeping systems. Knowledge of OSHA regulations, shop safety
practices, and environmental compliance. Strong mechanical aptitude,
including the ability to evaluate and repair hydraulics, transmissions,
brakes, and drive systems. Proficient in developing and managing
maintenance schedules and equipment replacement plans. Ability to
research, interpret, and implement complex equipment specifications and
technical manuals. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Skilled in personnel management, training, scheduling, and performance
evaluation. Proficient in using digital recordkeeping and inventory
management systems. Strong analytical and decision-making skills related
to repair feasibility and budgeting. Ability to establish and maintain
positive working relationships with staff, vendors, and the public.
Willingness and ability to respond to emergencies outside of regular
hours. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty