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Job Class #30-15 FLSA Exempt
Non-Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Equipment Superintendent
Department: Public Works
Division: Equipment
Supervisor: Public Works Director
Job Summary
Manages the operational, financial and personnel activities of the Equipment Division. Administers all
phases of the motor vehicle and equipment fleet operation for the City, including conception to grave
management of vehicles and equipment, vehicle support, and the support of other City departments
using vehicles and equipment. Administers fueling operations and billing for the City, County and
School District fleets.
Job Scope
Directly supervises two to five employees including subordinate supervisor. Indirectly responsible for
approximately ten to fifteen employees. Prepares and administers the annual budget. Monitors
expenditures during the year and makes recommendations for budget modifications or additional funds.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares specifications for and procures the purchase of vehicles, equipment and services.
Prepares and maintains procedures for disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment.
Reviews products and services and confers with vendors and users.
Develops budget and goals for the Equipment division.
Reviews and approves operating expenditures for the Equipment division.
Recommends vehicle and equipment operation, replacement and repair budgets for other City
departments and divisions, including equipment asset management and fuel system control
Plans for intermediate and long-term department and City-wide equipment and vehicle needs as well
as support.
Reviews, selects and evaluates computer operations and procedures for the Equipment division.
Assures compliance with local, state and federal laws, regulations and standards.
Evaluates the use, condition and operating costs of vehicles and equipment for replacement.
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Develops and implements operating procedures and rules for the Equipment division.
Reviews, updates and maintains the City’s Fleet Policy.
Requests, assigns and reviews the work activities of support staff.
Interviews, selects, evaluates and disciplines the performance of support staff.
Serves as Logistics Section Chief in the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident
Command Systems (ICS) or other roles as assigned.
Reviews statements of charges to other City departments.
Reviews and approves replacement parts and inventory activities.
Oversees Environmental Protection Agency spill prevention control and counter measure plan.
Provides training on environmental protection planning.
Plans overall City fleet policy.
Responsible for division safety and safety policies.
Oversees training and development of division staff.
Manages the City’s non-emergency radio system.
Works with the City Clerk’s office to coordinate the City’s taxi inspection and licensing.
Attends department meetings.
Receives customer calls and complaints and responds appropriately to ensure customer satisfaction.
Meets with division/department heads regarding needs.
Ensures that monitoring of City-owned underground and above ground fuel tanks meet state
requirements.
Approves purchase orders for payment.
Stays informed about federal and state rules and regulations concerning transportation and fuel issues.
Serves as Acting Public Works Director when assigned.
Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and
community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
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Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are
encountered while performing those essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The
employee frequently is required to sit and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to
stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and
stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid
conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or
caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock;
explosives; and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
Bachelor’s degree from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body or
equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field required. Three years of
experience and/or additional training beyond high school in the area of vehicle/equipment maintenance
operations required. The following certifications or licenses will be required within one year of hire:
National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS100, IS200, IS300, IS400, IS700 and IS800
Certification and Class A Underground Storage Tank Operator certification. Valid driver’s license with
satisfactory driving record required. Valid Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with airbrake
endorsement required within 60 days of hire. T This position is subject to federal drug testing
requirements including screening through the FMCSA Clearinghouse. A pre-employment drug screen is
required. Must be 18 years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass background check.
Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Experience in supervision of fleet vehicle/equipment maintenance preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of municipal vehicle and equipment maintenance operations and modern fleet management
techniques. Skill in the reading and practical application of manuals, blueprints and other similar
specifications used by the City. Ability to read, measure and calculate types and sizes of materials
needed for vehicle or equipment and repair and ability to reason amount of time that will be use in the
process. Knowledge of financial documents and ability to manage and create budgets and financial
reports. Knowledge of City’s purchasing, financial and personnel policies. Ability to effectively supervise
and motivate employees. Knowledge of relevant computer software and hardware including word
processing spreadsheets and asset management systems. Must possess strong oral and written
communication skills. Ability to research and manage long term projects.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.