▪ Oversee all aspects of Public Works Shop staff and shop operations, including but not limited to job safety checklists, timesheets, work orders.
▪ Ensure all municipal assets and equipment are managed and maintained in accordance with current regulations, best practices, and policies.
▪ Be competent and proficient in all aspects of light and heavy-duty equipment testing, diagnosing, and repair of diesel and gasoline engines, fuel systems, emission systems, electronic systems, and hydraulic systems.
▪ Perform required repairs, inspections and preventive maintenance on fleet vehicle and equipment to maximize the safety, productivity, and life of the unit.
▪ Manage a team of mechanics and any apprentices in all aspects of diagnostics and repairs to County fleet equipment.
▪ Conduct C.V.I.P.’s on equipment according to Provincial standards.
▪ Maintain inventory procedures and review daily vehicle and equipment checklists.
▪ Oversee the ordering of parts, supplies, products, and materials effectively with appropriate suppliers.
▪ Cultivate a respectful work environment committed to the health, safety, and wellness of all employees and cooperate with the County’s Joint Health and Safety Committee.
▪ Support staff training and professional development to ensure that licensing and permitting requirements are met.
▪ Support positive relationships by working closely with other managers and departments.
▪ Assist the Public Works Manager with the preparation of the Public Works department’s annual operating and capital budgets.
▪ Administer funds in accordance with the County’s approved Annual Budget and monitor expenditures.
▪ Resolve and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
▪ Attend Council meetings, as required and provide detailed reports and information with recommendations for Council to consider in decision making.
▪ Conduct ongoing research into new service technologies and trends, provides recommendations for improvements, and when accepted is responsible for their implementation.
