State of Washington Classified Job Specification
AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR
Definition
Supervises Automotive Mechanics, Automotive Body Repair Technicians and/or directs a crew of inmates of correctional institutions, and performs skilled work in mechanical repairs to automobiles, vans/panel trucks, pickup trucks, or motorized farm equipment under or related equipment such as power generators, hydraulic systems, and diesel engines.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Positions at this level directing a crew of inmates either are limited to two positions per institution or must direct crews consisting of three or more inmates.
Typical Work
Establishes and directs regular equipment inspection, service and maintenance schedules;
Estimates maintenance and accident repair costs for motor pool and other department vehicles;
Plans, lays out, directs and inspects work of crew of automotive mechanics and helpers or crew of residents engaged in repair of automotive, farm and heavy construction equipment;
Performs skilled automotive mechanical work;
Establishes and carries out regular equipment inspection, service and maintenance schedules;
Inspects equipment and diagnoses trouble;
Determines material and personnel requirements;
Keeps records; makes reports;
Orders parts and establishes procedures for operation of parts‑storage unit;
Enforces safety rules and regulations;
Performs other work as required.
Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to: supervise crew of automotive mechanics or inmates; estimate materials and personnel needed to complete job.
Legal Requirement(s)
Desirable Qualifications
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Class Specification History
Revised title, formerly Automotive Mechanic Supervisor 1; adopted August 13, 2009, effective August 14, 2009.
Revised desirable qualifications, effective June 25, 2010.
Revise Class. Revises definition; adopted May 12, 2011, effective May 13, 2011.