What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Supervisor position at Springfield Park District?
Springfield Park District
Shop Supervisor
Department: General Maintenance
Position Title: Shop Supervisor
Reporting Authority: Superintendent of Park Maintenance or designee
Classification: Non- Exempt - Bargaining Unit Position
Salary: Per Contractual Wage Scale
Position Summary:
Responsible for the overall repair, maintenance, operations, and organization of all equipment and inventory for the efficient operation of vehicle and equipment mechanical maintenance. This position is responsible for all District equipment, vehicles, mowers, hand tools, maintenance records, service schedules, shop records, inventory, parts, preventative maintenance, work orders, scheduled repairs and service calls. This position will take direction from the Superintendent of Park Maintenance or designee and will be responsible for making sure that the work orders, overall repairs and shop operations are full filled in accordance with General Maintenance and other applicable standards. This position is responsible for supervising and directing the work of Shop Technicians or other Maintenance personnel assigned to assist in these areas.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Responsible for overseeing and performing mechanic duties of Shop Technicians or other Maintenance personnel as assigned in assuring work orders, maintenance schedules and repairs on vehicles, mowers, heavy and light construction equipment and other maintenance equipment is being performed in accordance with District standards and work orders.
- Responsible for overseeing, maintaining and controlling inventories of supplies, parts, tools and equipment required in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
- Responsible for the overall operation of the physical aspects of the shop and inventory of supplies/parts.
- Works closely with outside mechanical shops in determining the best approach to maintenance of vehicles, mowers and all District equipment which may not be able to be serviced within the Shop, as directed by Superintendent or designee.
- Works closely with Superintendent and administrative personnel to provide information towards the purchase of supplies, parts, tools and equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining and keeping accurate records of work orders, invoices, inventory, gas/diesel sheets, and other relevant supplies and submit periodic reports to the Superintendent.
- At the direction of the Superintendent or designee be required to develop and train mechanics or other employees on a variety of mechanical, technical or other areas relevant to effective maintenance operations for General Maintenance and other applicable standards.
- Responsible for recommending corrective action of Shop personnel to Superintendent in overall area of performance standards in their duties and responsibilities.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Superintendent of Park Maintenance or designee.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess requisite knowledge, skills and abilities and previous work experience in performing repairs and maintenance to vehicles, tools and other equipment utilized by the District and must possess previous work experience in the management of a mechanical maintenance shop and inventory/parts control. (i.e., management of mechanics and others).
- Must be able to communicate, orally and in writing, to subordinates in explaining job duties, assignments, projects, training, equipment and tool operation and safety standards as required in accordance with District standards and work orders.
- Must be able to perform simple math and measurement calculations, long hand and with available calculators or other devices.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain valid Illinois Driver’s License and Class “C” Driver’s License and be insurable under District Liability Insurance.
- Must be able to obtain an ASE or equal certification in one of a multitude of areas that pertain to this position within 6 months of hire.
- Continued education on new trends, technics, procedures and training for other Shop personnel.
- Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment both gas and diesel and automotive apparatuses.
- Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed, and ability to create effective working relationships with employees.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles in both gas and diesel mowers, small engine and heavy equipment and determine appropriate maintenance work.
- Knowledge/ certification in welding and fabrication
- Computer knowledge for record keeping. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel preferred)
General Requirements:
- Must be able to read and write and have good command of the English language.
- Good oral and written communication.
- Physical capabilities – lifts 50 pounds, squat, bend and move as necessary for the job.
- Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain valid Illinois Driver’s License with a class “C” classification.
- Must present a neat and professional appearance.
- Responsible to follow policies and procedures outlined in Springfield Park District employee manual.
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius from the Bunn Administrative office (2500 South 11th Street) within six (6) months from the date of being hired by the Park District. The terms “resides” and “residence” denote that a person has a permanent abode or home in a particular place.
Benefits:
- Paid individual Health Insurance.
- Complete vision, dental, and life insurance package.
- Paid time off includes 14.5 holidays,10 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 4 personal days per year.
- Paid Uniforms and boot allowance.
- Paid Employee Assistance Plan.
- IMRF pension plan and 457B.
- Free/Discounted Park District Programs
The Springfield Park District is committed to the provisions of Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action to its applicants regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, age sex, marital or veterans’ status, national origin, disability or any other legally protected status.
Revised September 2026
Salary : $28