Occ. Code 7313300

MOTOR EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 1, GRADE 14

New York State Department Of Civil Service

Classification Standard

A Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisor 1 supervises motor equipment mechanics and other positions in an automotive repair shop engaged in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered, self-propelled and non-self-propelled motor driven vehicles and equipment.

Positions in this class are located in several agencies with the greatest number in the NYS Thruway Authority, the Department of Environmental Conservation and the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

A Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisor 1 is a working supervisor of a staff of ten or more subordinates including skilled, semiskilled and relatively unskilled positions performing tasks involving or related to automotive and equipment maintenance and repair. Typically, at least two of the subordinate positions are journey-level. In instances where a shop contains fewer than ten subordinate positions, but a higher ratio of skilled to semiskilled and unskilled positions, a Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisor 1 position may be classified based on scope and complexity of repairs performed. Incumbents assign staff, plan and direct work, provide instruction and assistance, and inspect work.

Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisor 3 positions supervise and provide technical direction to a staff performing maintenance and repairs, production coordination and scheduling, parts and record keeping, and support services operations for all motor driven equipment and motor vehicles assigned to a Department of Transportation regional equipment maintenance shop, or to a motor equipment maintenance operation of equivalent size.

Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisors 1 supervise the work of subordinate employees in an automotive repair shop.

• Assigns staff to repair jobs based on employees’ skill levels, maintenance and repair schedules and work priorities, and indicates the nature of repair and maintenance work to be performed.
• Provides assistance and guidance to staff through oral and written instructions, and by demonstrating proper methods and techniques to accomplish specific tasks.
• Reassigns employees where necessary to meet maintenance schedules.
• Based on findings after a job has been started, may amend repair orders to provide for additional repairs.
• Recommends the purchase, repair or rebuilding of defective parts to keep both vehicle and equipment downtime and repair costs to a minimum.
• Observes the work performed, and inspects and approves completed job to insure that schedules are met and that the quality of the work is satisfactory.
• Trains staff in proper safety procedures, and enforces fire and safety rules and regulations.
• May schedule the use of and assign drivers to motor vehicles.
• May keep written records of work performed and account for labor and materials used.

Recommends changes in equipment maintenance shop operating procedures to improve work performance, the utilization of tools and equipment, and working conditions.

Recommends replacements or modifications of shop tools and equipment to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of maintenance and repair operations.

May inspect and road test new and rented vehicles and equipment to insure compliance with contract specifications.

Confers with supervisor and others to coordinate maintenance schedules and shop activities to insure the most effective utilization of staff and equipment and that work is completed according to schedule.

As required, insures that work covered by warranty is performed by representative of manufacturer, and inspects completed work to insure full performance according to contract terms. Where a repair facility is authorized to perform warranty repair work, insures that necessary warranty repair forms are prepared and forwarded to the manufacturer for reimbursement of repair costs.

As required, Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisors 1 perform the activities and tasks listed in the Classification Standard for Motor Equipment Mechanic, Occ. Code 7312000.

Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisors 1 have frequent oral communications with staff supervised in assigning work and giving instructions, with the supervisor when receiving assignments and resolving work and schedule problems, and occasionally with motor vehicle equipment operators to determine the nature and extent of damage and symptoms related to the mechanical, electrical or hydraulic malfunction. Incumbents may have oral communications with vendors providing materials, equipment and service to the organization to insure adherence to warranty and contract specifications. Written reports of work performed and labor and materials used may be prepared for the supervisor. Written and oral communications with the general public are not typical of this class.

Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisors 1 are supervised by higher level trades or administrative positions who assign work and provide work schedules and priorities. Technical repair and parts manuals are provided for the motor vehicle and equipment work done.

Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisors 1 supervise subordinate motor equipment maintenance employees by making assignments, giving instructions and assistance, and observing and inspecting work performed to insure that instructions have been followed, that the quality of the work is satisfactory, and that work schedules are met.

Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisors 1 use mechanics’ hand tools, such as socket set and ratchet handles, pliers, hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers, and power tools, along with engine analyzers and other test equipment used to diagnose and locate the cause of faulty mechanical or electrical performance.

Working knowledge of the practices and techniques of making a variety of mechanical and electrical repairs on gasoline powered automotive and other motor-driven equipment.

• Working knowledge of the operation of automotive equipment, and other motor-driven equipment.
• Working knowledge of the principles of supervision.
• Working knowledge of appropriate fire and safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to make accurate diagnoses of mechanical or electrical problems for gasoline and/or diesel powered self-propelled and non-self-propelled automotive equipment.
• Ability to use the tools, equipment and materials of the mechanical trade.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Ability to supervise and train others.

Ability to read and interpret technical maintenance manuals, circuit diagrams and blueprints.

In addition to the above, a Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisor 1 in an equipment repair shop performing major repairs on both diesel and gasoline powered heavy motor truck and construction equipment must have the following knowledges and abilities.

• Working knowledge of the practices and techniques of making a variety of mechanical, electrical, electronic and hydraulic repairs on gasoline or diesel powered heavy motor truck and construction equipment.
• Working knowledge of the operation of construction equipment.
• As assigned, working knowledge of the practices and techniques of welding using either electric or gas welding equipment not requiring complex planning or use of special procedures.
• Ability to make accurate diagnoses of mechanical, electrical, electronic or hydraulic problems for gasoline and diesel powered self-propelled and non-self-propelled automotive and construction equipment.
• As assigned, ability to weld such materials as steel plate using gas and electric welding equipment.

One year of experience as a journey-level automotive mechanic subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training or experience.

Reviewed: 6/02 

 NOTE: Classification Standards illustrate the nature, extent and scope of duties and responsibilities of the classes they describe. Standards cannot and do not include all of the work that might be appropriately performed by a class. The minimum qualifications above are those which were required for appointment at the time the Classification Standard was written. Please contact the Division of Staffing Services for current information on minimum qualification requirements for appointment or examination.