SUPERVISOR OF MOTORS

Definition

Under direction, supervises a unit performing the more difficult mechanical work involved in the maintenance and repair of motorized and mechanized equipment; does other related work.

Examples of work

• In the garage and in the field supervises staff doing mechanical work on motorcycles, trucks, automobiles, tractors and a variety of other mechanical equipment.
• Supervises the inspection of motor difficulties and takes the necessary action needed to restore equipment to operating service.
• Overhauls motors, installing new rings, bearings, gears, valves, clutch plates and other parts when needed.
• Sets the timing using neon lights and other methods and equipment.
• Adjusts valves, spark plugs, ignition systems, lights, brakes and the clutch for proper clearance.
• Supervises the obtaining, storing, recording, safeguarding and use of equipment, materials and supplies.
• Provides assignments and instructions to assigned employees.
• Installs complete assemblies including engines, transmissions and axles and subassemblies including cylinder heads, carburetors, oil pumps, fan assemblies, generators, starting motors and oil pressure gauges.
• Rebuilds various types of motors.
• Does routine maintenance work on motors, vehicles and equipment including oil changes, lubrication, correction of wheel alignment, tune-ups, and the setting of lights.
• Maintains and repairs the steering, brakes and wheel bearings and does body work and tightens various parts of the chassis and body of vehicles and equipment.
• May do welding of various types or simple blacksmithing.
• Prepares reports.
• Supervises the establishment and maintenance of records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Requirements

<b>TRAINING:</b>

Successful completion of one (1) year of training in automotive technology at an acredited community college or vocational school.

Experience

Four (4) years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of varied types of motors, vehicles and equipment, three (3) of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

License

Appointees must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.

Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of various types of motors and their operation.
• Knowledge of the reasons for motor failure and the methods of repairing motors.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in tearing motors down, installing new parts and reassembling motors and testing motors, brakes, lights, and other parts of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of the obtaining, storing, recording, safeguarding, and properly using of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Knowledge of the keeping of records.
• Ability to analyze mechanical problems, organize assigned work, and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to provide assignments and instructions to assigned employees.
• Ability to do mechanical work in the garage and in the field.
• Ability to obtain, store, record, safeguard, and properly use equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Ability to keep records.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience as outlined above.

The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicle they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.

In accordance with Federal regulation 82:40, appointees responsible for the repair or servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners are required to possess and maintain a valid certification as an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician, commensurate with the type of equipment serviced, issued by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.

In accordance with NJSA 13:20-47.15, appointees responsible for performing the emissions inspections on diesel-powered vehicles are to successfully complete a course of Instruction on Diesel Emission Inspection provided through the Appointing Authority. Appointees may be required to successfully complete re-training.

In accordance with the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulation 20 CFR 1910.178(l)(1), appointees responsible for the operation of industrial trucks (powered forklifts) will be required to obtain and maintain a current certification as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator issued by the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Appointees may be required to successfully complete re-training.

In accordance with NJSA 13:20-45.16, appointees responsible for performing emissions repair to gasoline-fueled vehicles are required to possess and maintain a valid certification as an Emissions Repairer Technician.

In accordance with NJSA 13:20-43.17, appointees responsible for performing inspections to motor vehicles are required to possess and maintain a valid certification as a Motor Vehicle Inspector.

Appointees responsible for repairing or servicing motor vehicles equipped for alternate fuel are required to successfully complete training and obtain an Alternate Fuel Certification. Appointees who possess an ASE Certification in alternate Fuel are considered to have met this requirement.

Appointees responsible for repair and servicing of suspension/steering systems are required to obtain and Automobile Fuel Excellence (ASE) Certification in Suspension and Steering.

Appointees responsible for repair and servicing of brakes are required to possess and maintain a valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Brake Repairs.

Appointees may also be required to obtain ASE certifications in Engine Repair A-1 and Engine Performance A-8.