What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIEF OF MOTOR POOL AND MAINTENANCE position at State of Rhode Island?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To be responsible for a comprehensive Motor Pool and Maintenance program; to plan, organize, coordinate and direct the work of a staff engaged in various maintenance and Motor Pool activities; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is subject to review for conformance to existing policy and for results obtained.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the activities of a staff engaged in program of Motor Pool, group homes and maintenance.
To plan, organize, coordinate and direct a Motor Pool program involving: general transportation, ambulance service, bus service, truck service for the movement of supplies and a central repair garage.
To coordinate the projected usage of vehicles by various units and establish priorities for vehicle usage.
To plan the utilization of vehicles in order to maximize efficiency and to conserve fuel and manpower.
To manage waste removal program for site and coordinate operation of outside contractor(s).
To plan, organize, coordinate and direct a maintenance program involving both institutional and community facilities.
To coordinate maintenance operations with other state Departments.
To be available on 24 hour call for transportation or maintenance issues.
To identify and procure surplus equipment and make use of it in maintenance and motor pool operations.
To recommend improvements to the grounds and group home sites.
To keep records of work in progress and projections.
To prepare manpower and equipment utilization reports.
When necessary, to operate various trucks and motor equipment.
To do related work as required.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures necessary to direct and coordinate a central Motor Pool program; a thorough knowledge of maintenance programs; a working knowledge of supervisory techniques and practices; the ability to formulate and present recommendations for improvements and increased efficiency; the ability to prepare special and reoccurring reports; the ability to maintain effective working relationships with subordinates and various departmental officials; and related capacities and abilities.
Education And Experience
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a senior high school; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a supervisory capacity in the areas of Motor Pool and maintenance programs.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements for all candidates to receive a position at ESH or RISPH is the proof of immunity against:
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
Varicella (Chickenpox),
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap),
Hepatitis B titers,
Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)
Please contact Employee Health Clinic within 2 business days of accepting the position. The Employee Health Office at the Eleanor Slater Hospital is open 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday at:
Cranston Ph: (401) 462-2001 Fax:462-1683
Zambarano Ph: (401) 567-5524 Fax: 567-4003
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is subject to review for conformance to existing policy and for results obtained.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the activities of a staff engaged in program of Motor Pool, group homes and maintenance.
To plan, organize, coordinate and direct a Motor Pool program involving: general transportation, ambulance service, bus service, truck service for the movement of supplies and a central repair garage.
To coordinate the projected usage of vehicles by various units and establish priorities for vehicle usage.
To plan the utilization of vehicles in order to maximize efficiency and to conserve fuel and manpower.
To manage waste removal program for site and coordinate operation of outside contractor(s).
To plan, organize, coordinate and direct a maintenance program involving both institutional and community facilities.
To coordinate maintenance operations with other state Departments.
To be available on 24 hour call for transportation or maintenance issues.
To identify and procure surplus equipment and make use of it in maintenance and motor pool operations.
To recommend improvements to the grounds and group home sites.
To keep records of work in progress and projections.
To prepare manpower and equipment utilization reports.
When necessary, to operate various trucks and motor equipment.
To do related work as required.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures necessary to direct and coordinate a central Motor Pool program; a thorough knowledge of maintenance programs; a working knowledge of supervisory techniques and practices; the ability to formulate and present recommendations for improvements and increased efficiency; the ability to prepare special and reoccurring reports; the ability to maintain effective working relationships with subordinates and various departmental officials; and related capacities and abilities.
Education And Experience
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a senior high school; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a supervisory capacity in the areas of Motor Pool and maintenance programs.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements for all candidates to receive a position at ESH or RISPH is the proof of immunity against:
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
Varicella (Chickenpox),
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap),
Hepatitis B titers,
Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)
Please contact Employee Health Clinic within 2 business days of accepting the position. The Employee Health Office at the Eleanor Slater Hospital is open 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday at:
Cranston Ph: (401) 462-2001 Fax:462-1683
Zambarano Ph: (401) 567-5524 Fax: 567-4003
