Vehicle/Equipment Service Foreman

Duties: Under the supervision of the Fleet Manager, the Vehicle/Equipment Service Foreman will be responsible for:

• Will diagnose, perform repair, preventive maintenance, and service work on various District machines, including but not limited to: Heavy Equipment, Cars, Light-and-Medium-Duty Trucks, Trailers, Gas, Diesel, and L.P. Engines, All Mowers, Tractors, UTVs, Golf Cars, Small Engines, Electric/Hybrid, Powered and Non-powered Vehicles and Equipment.
• Supports the Equipment Service Technician workload as needed.
• Communicates effectively with vendors for the acquisition of parts and services. 
• Responds to breakdowns, emergencies, and after-hours fleet and vehicle breakdowns as required.
• Supports the Fleet Manager with daily supervision, training, and directing of work for Equipment Service Technician(s), Vehicle/Equipment Service Technician(s), and part-time golf cart technician(s). Acts as the Fleet Manager in their absence.
• Supports the Fleet Manager with payroll submission process as required.
• Assists the Fleet Manager with oversight of the stockroom inventory program.
• Prepares fleet and payroll reports as required.
• Supports the Fleet Manager with preparation of the annual operating budget and fleet - capital budgets.
• Utilizes CMM software to record service and repair information.
• Performs field work as described, including equipment hauling and tow truck operation.
• Performs repair welding as needed; utilizes oxy/acetylene torch.
• Facilitates state inspections with PPD vendor for all vehicles as directed.
• Repairs and replaces tires.  Washes and polishes park vehicles.
• Keeps work area and shop vehicles clean and orderly.
• Follows all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed.
• Supports all aspects of the park district safety program.
• Performs other duties as assigned:
  • which are reasonably related to the duties described; or
  • which need to be performed promptly to avoid safety hazards or to protect Park District property; or
  • which are not generally described in other job descriptions; or
  • when management determines they are best suited to perform a particular task; or
  • when the amount of work exceeds the availability of Park District employees within the appropriate job classification.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to reach, walk, pull, kneel, squat and bend at the waist and knees.
• Ability to manipulate tools as needed to complete job duties.
• Ability to understand and complete record keeping and paperwork relative to job duties.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Education: A high school diploma is required. An associate’s degree is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of 3 years as a Vehicle/Equipment Service Technician.  A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Certifications: Required, current A.S.E. or approved OEM Certifications:

• A1 or T1 Engine Repair.
• A4 or T5 Suspension and Steering.
• A5 or T4 Brakes.
• A6 or T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems

Knowledge and Ability:

• 3 years minimum experience with engine, powertrain, electrical, auxiliary hydraulic, vehicle HVAC, air and hydraulic brake system diagnosis and repair.
• Requires a valid Illinois State Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must be able to read and understand service and operation manuals, and follow written and oral instruction.
• Must be able to prioritize work in a logical and efficient manner.
• Must be able to work alone and efficiently with only occasional supervisory contact.
• Personal: Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.
• This position is represented by the AFSCME, AFL-CIO’s Local Union No. 3774.

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid sick days, vacation days and holidays.
• Longevity bonus program and wellness program.
• Pension and retirement programs and Social Security participating.
• Exceptional health plan.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Full-time employees and dependents enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.