Working Title : Regional Fleet Supervisor

Job Class: State Program Admin Supervisor Senior

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 04/23/2024

• Closing Date: 05/13/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit: Operations Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Occasionally for meetings/training

• Salary Range: $28.80 - $41.71 /hourly; $60,134 - $87,090 /annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• Job Class Option: Equipment Management

• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 MMA / Middle Management Association

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Telework Eligible: No

• Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/)

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

At the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), we provide outdoor recreation activities and manage Minnesota’s natural resources to create economic opportunity and a sustainable quality of life. We are driven to find talented, innovative employees to help us carry out this mission. If you have a strong mechanical background and skills to offer, we invite you to apply for this key regional position.

In the DNR, a Regional Fleet Supervisor coordinates the delivery of cradle-to-grave services for fleet and other departmental equipment in Grand Rapids for the Northeast Region. Duties include supervising and managing maintenance, repairs, and up-fitting of departmental equipment accomplished largely at the regional shop, but also through vendors throughout the region. The position also oversees and coordinates the replacement and modification of fleet vehicles and equipment.

This position supervises personnel, and is responsible for managing vehicle and equipment assignments, scheduling staff and equipment, and ensuring cost-efficient acquisition of supplies and parts. This position provides leadership and direction so that fleet services are implemented in a safe, cost effective, customer-focused, and sustainable manner. This position is expected to be the regional expert on all equipment matters, ranging from equipment assignments and usage to billing reconciliations, as well as transport. A safety focus is essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform day-to-day supervisory functions to ensure efficient and orderly operation is maintained within the department.

• Coordinate the scheduling of fleet operations and equipment maintenance, repairs, or replacement. Schedule commercial and internal equipment inspections, make corrections, and advise regional staff of correct procedures and policies.

• Maintain proficiency and current knowledge of safety policies, equipment policies, M5 database, and general DNR training. Ensure employees meet annual training requirements and equipment operators are certified to the equipment issued and operated.

• Manage new vehicle inspections licensing and installation of special equipment. Document and file records of distribution, coordinate with vendors, and evaluate replaced equipment for use as loan vehicles, auction items, or salvage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of skilled experience involving significant responsibility for equipment management and repair. A two-year degree or certificate in Fleet Management, Maintenance, or closely related field may substitute for six (6) months of experience.

• Supervisory or leadwork experience in an automotive repair shop. Experience should demonstrate the ability to oversee shop operations while meeting expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishments.

• Ability to treat employees inclusively in the areas of accommodation, accessibility, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development.

• Ability to obtain the following ASE Certifications within 12 months of hire:

• T8 - Preventative Maintenance Inspection.

• C1 - Automotive Service Consultant.

• This position requires a Class A Driver's License (CDL), passing a pre-employment drug screen and participation in the DNR ongoing random screening program. Otherwise, qualified applicants who do not have a valid Class A will be allowed up to 12 months to acquire one, as a condition of employment.

• Ability to obtain and maintain Commercial Vehicle Inspection certification within 12 months of hire.

• Knowledge and understanding of operational maintenance/repair procedures and inspection requirements sufficient to maintain and repair a large fleet with a wide variety of road and off-road equipment.

• Customer service skills sufficient to communicate expectations and requirements to internal and external customers and to build and maintain effective working relationships.

• Communication skills to effectively present information to a wide variety of clientele with diverse backgrounds.

• Human relation skills sufficient to comprehend the work of various programs, supervisors, and managers so as to deliver effective and efficient service to clients, as well as in obtaining support and agreement for necessary policies and procedures.

• Strong computer/software skills sufficient to effectively develop, modify, and utilize reports, spreadsheets, and databases.

• Ability to recommend acceptance of contract work, develop cost estimates, manage fiscal resources, complete work within budget limitations, and account for expenditures.

• Knowledge of safety principles and hazardous materials management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of professional level supervisory experience operating a medium sized repair facility.

• Formal education in Fleet Management, Equipment Management, Automotive Management, or a closely related field.

• Current ASE certifications (T8, C1)

• Experience working in a field environment, managing, and maintaining equipment used for natural resource management in state parks, forestry, wildlife, fisheries, and enforcement operations.

• Experience and expertise with "green" shop practices.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class A Driver's License with a clear driving record, in addition to passing a pre-employment drug screen and participation in the DNR ongoing random screening program.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

It is policy of the Department of the Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.