What are you seeking in a new position? If you’re like many others, doing something meaningful is important to you. How about work/life balance? Affordable healthcare? Comprehensive well-being programs? An excellent retirement plan with significant employer contributions?
If you answered “yes” to these questions, keep reading. You can find it all right here in Pinal County. It might be time for a change of scenery, where you can make a difference and benefit from an employer who cares for and values its people.
Pinal County proudly invests in the future of our 2000 employees every day, and we have the best team! We offer a wide range of impressive benefits, including retirement plans that are among the best Arizona has to offer! Just take a look:
- An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
- Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
- 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
- After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
- After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
- 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
- Ten Paid Holidays+ One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
- Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
- Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
- Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
- Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
- Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
- Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
- Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
- Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Quarterly Wellness Challenges
- Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
- Vaccination Clinics
- Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
- Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
- Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
- Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
- Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Telehealth
- Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
- Employee AssistanceProgram with Ongoing Training & Development Options
- Civil Service Leave
- Van Pool Options
- Short-Term Disability –Employer Paid
- Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
- Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance
Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff.
Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.
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JOB SUMMARYSupervise Automotive Technicians for the Fleet Services Department (FSD) and oversee the vehicle maintenance and repair program conducted in three County garages.
- Directs the service, repair and preventative maintenance of county vehicles; develops, implements and supervises preventative maintenance programs; periodically reviews repair work and procedures to ensure accuracy, completeness and efficiency; recommends vehicles for replacement, prepares specifications and arranges for auction or disposal as necessary.
- Supervises the work of Automotive Technicians and other assigned staff. Plans, prioritizes, and assigns tasks and projects; evaluates performance, and meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, special assignments, problems, and technical issues.
- Assures work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties in order to minimize downtime and returns; instructs staff in maintenance and repair techniques, monitors shop facilities, and enforce compliance to county policies and procedures.
- Utilizes the fleet management system to maintain accurate records and indicators to prepare reports to management and departments.
- Participates in various workshops and educational programs and maintain current knowledge on relevant industry directions and technologies. Recommends changes as appropriate.
- Plans and prepares annual budget and monitors spending to remain within budget.
- Reviews status of vehicles, tracks vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair and notifies Department Director of major repair and maintenance problems.
- Creates, tracks and closes work orders, maintains records of services performed and general vehicle information.
- Collaborates with internal departments to recommend makes/models for various vehicle classes based upon analysis of vehicle trends, reliability data, resale values etc.
- Works with procurement and supplier partners to ensure vehicles are procured and maintained at the lowest total cost, received on time, and in compliance with fiscal year budget requirements
- Supervises shop facility maintenance and assures work areas are cleaned and maintained.
- Monitors work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are followed and report safety hazards, equipment problems, repair needs, security issues, and emergency situations.
- To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
- Perform work of Automotive Technician on occasion to manage workload
- Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Four (4) years of work experience in vehicle maintenance and repairs of which one (1) two (2) years are supervisory or lead experience.
- Arizona residentsmust have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire;newly established Arizona Residents must have onewithin 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology.
- OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification.
- Technical certifications from National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) may be required.
- Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of vehicles, equipment, and components.
- Knowledge of interpersonal skills including conflict resolution
- Knowledge of gasoline & diesel engines, power trains, and hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Knowledge and use of fleet management systems and basic computer tools: Word, Excel, Power Point
- Knowledge of Federal, state, and FSD safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
- Knowledge of proper use and storage of hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.
- Knowledge of environmentally responsible and resource-efficient maintenance techniques.
- Skill in written and verbal communication skills, competent in presentation creation and delivery.
- Skill in inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical problems in a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Skill in identifying maintenance needs and mechanical problems and taking corrective actions.
- Skill in performing computerized diagnostic tests and fine calibrations on vehicle components and equipment.
- Ability to organize with good quantitative ability.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and specifications.
- Ability to follow and maintain safety standards and identify safety problems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to finger, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, lift, speak, hear, walk, and demonstrate visual and mental acuity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.
The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the midpoint require additional approval.
This is an internal promotion opportunity for current employees of the Fleet Department only. You must be a current employee to be considered for this position.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.
All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).
Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.
Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.
