Plans, lays out, directs, and inspects work of crew of automotive mechanics and helpers engaged in repair of automotive, or heavy construction equipment;

Oversees operation of several small automotive repair shops throughout the State;

Establishes and carries out regular equipment inspection, service, and maintenance schedules for automotive or heavy construction equipment on a Statewide basis;

Makes field inspections of equipment to determine maintenance or repair needs; advises equipment operators on methods of operations, load limits, and field maintenance;

Confers with supervisors and others on specifications, use, maintenance, and repair or disposal of equipment; determines material and personnel requirements;

Designs and constructs mechanical devices to repair or modify equipment or to perform special functions;

Inspects equipment and diagnoses trouble;

Orders parts and establishes procedures for operation of parts storage unit;

Keeps records; makes reports;

Performs skilled automotive mechanical work;

Performs other work as required.

Knowledge of: standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of automotive mechanic trade; principles of operation of internal combustion engines; preventive maintenance methods and scheduling; record keeping; safety practices.

Ability to: supervise crew of automotive mechanics; estimate materials and personnel needed to complete jobs; prepare preventive maintenance schedules; issue clear directions orally and in writing.

Four years of experience as journey automotive mechanic or motorized equipment mechanic, one of which must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity.